• Materials Buyer

    Aston Carter (Jupiter, FL)


    Job Title: Materials Buyer

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Materials SIOP Buyer to support our Materials Team. In this role, you will drive Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) across all functions within the project.

     

    Your responsibilities will include net inventory planning, variance analysis, problem resolution reports, cost reduction initiatives, and vendor management. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems in a manufacturing environment and utilize data-driven decision making to ensure effective material availability and forecasting for vendor on-time deliveries.

    Responsibilities

    + Ensure the ordering of material details and manage the buyer queue to meet specific engine sales order requirements.

    + Coordinate and expedite purchase orders and update the material resource planning (MRP) system in SAP.

    + Monitor and communicate material shortage risks and identify mitigation opportunities.

    + Attend daily production meetings to report on material and vendor status, address urgent issues, and provide material availability analysis and updates.

    + Support ad hoc management and operations requests for information, analysis, and improvement opportunities.

    + Investigate and resolve materials inventory and purchase order issues impacting financials and engine turnaround.

    + Utilize internal continuous improvement operating systems to standardize and drive process improvements for materials.

    + Review engine material technical requirements prior to engine inductions to ensure proper material sourcing.

    + Travel up to 10% domestically and internationally as needed.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree with 5 years of purchasing experience

    + Experience with SAP is required

    + Advanced Excel skills

    + Experience in sourcing direct materials and placing purchase orders.

    + Ability to understand technical writing and read blueprints is required.

    Preferred Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with Smartsheet.

    + Lean background (Six Sigma certifications).

    + Knowledge of Excel macros.

    + Basic programming knowledge.

    + Experience with SAP query writing.

    + Aviation background .

    + Data analytics experience (BI Tools).

    Work Environment

    This role is onsite from Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, within the MRO environment. The position may require support on some holidays, with PTO and holiday pay provided.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Jupiter,FL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

     

    + Hiring diverse talent

    + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

    + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

    + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.