Strategic Auto Procurement Specialist

Talentify; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Purchasing Associate for a contract-to-hire, on-site role in Riverside, CA. You will manage direct and indirect purchasing, negotiate with suppliers, and oversee RFQ processes and purchase orders in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in purchasing or expediting, strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas), and experience with ERP systems such as Epicor.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of purchasing or expeditor experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with direct and indirect purchasing.
• Strong negotiation and cost optimization skills.
• Analytical thinking and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials ensuring optimal cost, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance for best value.
• Oversee RFQ process, awards, PO creation, and goods receipt management.
• Analyze pricing to meet cost objectives and budgets.
• Ensure delivery schedules are met and address performance issues promptly.
• Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with NDAs, export controls, and contracts.
• Support ERP/MRP data analysis to provide actionable insights.
• Work with OEM/auto/aerospace suppliers and transition to direct purchasing as needed.
• Leverage Excel and ERP tools to monitor supplier performance.

Skills

Purchasing

Negotiation

Supply chain management

Data analysis

Vendor management

Tools

Epicor ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Purchasing Associate for a contract-to-hire, on-site role in Riverside, CA. You will manage direct and indirect purchasing, negotiate with suppliers, and oversee RFQ processes and purchase orders in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in purchasing or expediting, strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas), and experience with ERP systems such as Epicor.