Strategic Buyer for Manufacturing & Engineering

Talentify; Marietta (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer in Marietta, OH, to support Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality through procurement and supplier management. The role ensures material availability, supports production needs, and drives improvements in cost, quality, and delivery.

The position involves issuing purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to optimize materials planning and procurement processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field.
• Manufacturing or production experience preferred.
• Familiarity with inventory control, supplier management, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Experience supporting engineering change processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders and plan material requirements to support production and customer demand.
• Monitor and resolve past-due orders, delivery issues, and expediting needs.
• Maintain accurate item data, including lead times, pricing, and inventory parameters.
• Manage material supply and inventory levels to support manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate engineering change orders with suppliers and internal teams.
• Analyze supply chain issues and implement effective solutions.
• Support inventory reduction and cost-saving initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve supplier performance and materials management processes.
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Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP systems (SAP)

MS Excel

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Communication & collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher in Supply Chain/Procurement/Business

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer in Marietta, OH, to support Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality through procurement and supplier management. The role ensures material availability, supports production needs, and drives improvements in cost, quality, and delivery.

The position involves issuing purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to optimize materials planning and procurement processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.