SAP Buyer & Inventory Specialist

Talentify; Shakopee (MN); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO/Vacation

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer to support procurement, inventory management, and vendor relationships in a contract-to-hire role based in Shakopee, MN. The position emphasizes data-driven decision making and collaboration across Purchasing, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing with SAP experience and strong Excel skills, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work arrangement and pay range are provided.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory control, or supply chain.
• Experience creating and managing purchase orders.
• Strong SAP experience in purchasing and inventory management functions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working in a data-driven, highly analytical environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, process, and manage purchase orders within SAP.
• Monitor inventory levels and perform purchasing and inventory transactions.
• Review inventory forecasts and assist with purchasing plans based on business demand.
• Procure materials, packaging, machine parts, ingredients, and operational supplies.
• Communicate with vendors regarding order status, deliveries, product availability, and supply concerns.
• Maintain purchasing records and inventory documentation.
• Generate and analyze inventory reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Support forecasting and inventory planning initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams.
• Assist leadership with purchasing documentation, reporting, and administrative projects.
• Ensure purchasing activities are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Support overall supply chain objectives through effective procurement practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data-driven

Multitasking

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer to support procurement, inventory management, and vendor relationships in a contract-to-hire role based in Shakopee, MN. The position emphasizes data-driven decision making and collaboration across Purchasing, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in purchasing with SAP experience and strong Excel skills, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work arrangement and pay range are provided.