• Purchasing Coordinator

    Aston Carter (Northborough, MA)


    Job Title: Purchasing CoordinatorJob Description

     

    The Purchasing Coordinator will support the procurement activities of the company by assisting with the sourcing, ordering, and tracking of components and materials used in the manufacturing of medical devices. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and organized individual with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a regulated environment.

    Responsibilities

    + Place purchase orders for materials, components, and supplies based on demand forecasts and production schedules.

    + Follow up with suppliers to confirm order receipt, lead times, and delivery schedules.

    + Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with FDA and ISO standards.

    + Assist in supplier communications regarding pricing, availability, and quality concerns.

    + Coordinate with Receiving, Quality, and Inventory teams to resolve discrepancies and nonconformances.

    + Monitor inventory levels and generate replenishment orders as needed.

    + Help maintain the Approved Supplier List (ASL) and vendor files.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor Degree preferred

    + Experience in Purchase Order management

    + Proficiency in Excel

    + Experience communicating with suppliers

    + Inventory management experience

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Strong attention to detail

    + Organizational skills

    + Effective communication skills through phone and email

    + Desire to learn and improve Excel skills

     

    Work Environment

     

    The Purchasing Coordinator will have their own office space and coordinate closely with the receiving, quality, and inventory teams.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 Northborough,MA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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.

     

    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.