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Job Title: BuyerJob Description

The primary role of a Buyer is to procure machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, or services essential for the functioning of an establishment. As a Buyer, you will be responsible for acquiring goods and services for your organization, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

+ Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, and availability.

+ Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.

+ Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.

+ Monitor shipments to ensure timely delivery and resolve issues related to undelivered goods.

+ Analyze and maintain purchasing and quality data, including purchase orders, quotations, invoices, and supplier data.

+ Implement local or regional sourcing strategy under the guidance of a Manager and experienced Buyers.

+ Manage requests for quotations, issue purchase orders, and oversee cost changes.

Essential Skills

+ Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Visio, PowerPoint, purchasing systems, and e-mail systems.

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills.

+ Attention to detail, negotiation skills, and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to analyze financial reports, price proposals, and other technical data.

+ Knowledge of supply chain management and applicable purchasing laws and regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in a financial discipline preferred; other disciplines considered.

+ Associate's degree with 2 or more years of related experience will be considered.

+ SAP experience is highly preferred.

+ Purchasing, procurement, or supply relationship background is advantageous.

Work Environment

This is an onsite, full-time position requiring presence in the office from Monday through Friday, 7am to 4pm. The role reports to the Supply Chain/Category Management team and involves a dynamic work environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Waco,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 8, 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.