Strategic Procurement & Supplier Lead

Aston Carter; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO / Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead strategic purchasing, supplier management, and cost-saving initiatives within a manufacturing setting. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, finance, and operations to ensure material availability, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier development, and strong analytical skills, with an onsite, Monday–Friday work schedule in Lexington, KY. APICS/CPIM certification is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a business-, supply chain-, or related field.
• 3+ years of purchasing or buying experience in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Procure parts, materials, and components to support manufacturing operations.
• Manage supplier relationships, including pricing negotiations, contracts, and performance.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives and identify strategic sourcing opportunities.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, finance, and operations to align purchasing with needs.
• Support inventory availability by monitoring material levels and resolving discrepancies.

Skills

Purchasing experience

ERP systems

Excel proficiency

Negotiation

Supply chain knowledge

Bill of materials reading

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in business / supply chain / related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead strategic purchasing, supplier management, and cost-saving initiatives within a manufacturing setting. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, finance, and operations to ensure material availability, quality, and on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier development, and strong analytical skills, with an onsite, Monday–Friday work schedule in Lexington, KY. APICS/CPIM certification is preferred but not required.