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Job Title: Purchasing Specialist Job Description

The Procurement Specialist plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by procuring materials, electrical components, and services in a timely and cost-effective manner. This position is responsible for implementing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring supply chain efficiency to meet production schedules. A strong background in industrial electrical controls, supplier negotiations, and supply chain processes is essential.

Responsibilities

+ Collaborate with internal departments to determine project requirements and coordinate the purchase of all electrical components.

+ Create and issue accurate purchase orders, ensuring correct part numbers, pricing, delivery schedules, and lead times.

+ Track and expedite orders to meet project deadlines; adjust lead times as necessary.

+ Verify and maintain pricing according to procurement standards and project specifications.

+ Maintain accurate records of supplier shipments, invoices, and receipts within the internal system.

+ Assist in the physical receipt and verification of incoming shipments.

+ Provide supporting data and reports to supervisors as requested.

+ Identify and resolve procurement-related issues efficiently.

+ Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and procedures.

+ Maintain a strong working knowledge of industrial electrical controls.

Essential Skills

+ 3–5 years of purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing setting.

+ Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

+ Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

+ Experience in supplier management, cost analysis, and contract negotiations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The role requires working onsite within a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team focused on ensuring efficient procurement processes to support production schedules.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Memphis, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Memphis,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 17, 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.