Strategic Procurement Specialist - Manufacturing

Talentify; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer to procure materials, negotiate contracts, and optimize supplier terms for Sugar Land, TX. The role requires managing purchase orders, supplier evaluation, and driving cost savings.

You will mentor an Assistant Buyer, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with procurement policies while leveraging ERP/SAP systems and Excel. This contract-to-hire position offers onsite work, with opportunities to influence production efficiency and supplier

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or 3-5 years purchasing experience.
• Strong negotiation skills and buying experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with purchase orders and supply chain.
• Proficiency in ERP and SAP systems.
• Experience in project management within a manufacturing environment.
• SAP experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a continuous supply of required goods and materials, and communicate any supply problems that may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Negotiate contracts, improve prices and business terms with suppliers, and review opportunities to make business savings by utilizing negotiation and procurement best practices.
• Mentor and coach the Assistant Buyer to enhance their career and professional development.
• Collaborate, negotiate, and engage with stakeholders and suppliers regarding new projects, supplies, and initiatives, and advise on the impact of changes on purchasing and production activities.
• Build, maintain, and manage supplier relationships and ensure good communication.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Excel

ERP/SAP experience

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

3-5 years purchasing experience

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Buyer to procure materials, negotiate contracts, and optimize supplier terms for Sugar Land, TX. The role requires managing purchase orders, supplier evaluation, and driving cost savings.

You will mentor an Assistant Buyer, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with procurement policies while leveraging ERP/SAP systems and Excel. This contract-to-hire position offers onsite work, with opportunities to influence production efficiency and supplier