• Purchasing Associate 2

    Aston Carter (Newark, CA)


    Job Description

    We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive administrator to support purchase request processing within the engineering R&D department. This role ensures timely procurement of materials, tools, and services essential for innovation and product development while maintaining compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

    Responsibilities

    + Process and track R&D-related purchase requests from initiation to completion.

    + Collaborate with engineers and project leads to clarify sourcing requirements.

    + Liaise with supply chain and finance teams to ensure budget alignment and vendor compliance.

    + Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, invoices, and delivery timelines.

    + Assist in vendor selection and evaluation for R&D-specific materials and services.

    + Generate regular reports on procurement activity, cost analysis, and process efficiency.

    + Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and regulatory guidelines.

    Essential Skills

    + 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or administrative support, preferably in an engineering or R&D setting.

    + Familiarity with ERP systems, such as SAP and Oracle, and procurement software.

    + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

    + Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

    + Ability to interpret technical specifications and translate them into actionable purchase requests.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience working in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

    + Knowledge of engineering materials, lab equipment, and prototyping tools.

    + Understanding of compliance standards in R&D procurement, such as ISO and FDA.

    Work Environment

    The position requires working onsite from Monday to Friday, totaling 40 hours per week. The environment is fast-paced and innovation-driven, focusing on supporting the engineering R&D department.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Newark, California

    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 Newark,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 11, 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.