• Senior Buyer

    Aston Carter (Salem, OR)


    Job Title: Senior BuyerJob Description

     

    As a Senior Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in creating and maintaining purchase orders for direct materials, indirect products, and services using MRP/ERP systems. You will lead the RFQ processes, evaluate supplier quotes, and make strategic sourcing recommendations. Your role involves monitoring order requests, tracking deliveries, and resolving supplier issues, including discrepancies in receipts and invoicing.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and manage effective supplier relationships, ensuring communication and alignment of commitments.

    + Conduct supplier visits and evaluations as needed.

    + Support supplier interactions, primarily for RFQs and lead time management.

    + Collaborate actively with internal teams such as Logistics, Accounts Payable, R&D, and Manufacturing on schedules, delivery status, and payment issues.

    + Support R&D with New Product Introduction (NPI) programs through hand-off to manufacturing.

    + Ensure adherence to approved procurement processes, guidelines, and company policies.

    + Lead process development and documentation for tactical initiatives.

    + Perform purchasing-related financial analysis and update metrics as needed.

    + Provide independent, analytic, and strategic support to the organization.

    + Identify supply chain issues and propose solutions with limited guidance.

    Essential Skills

    + 2-5 years of industry-specific experience and a degree.

    + Experience with ERP/MRP systems, preferably Misys.

    + Experience with PLM systems, preferably Windchill.

    + Strong understanding of the RFQ to PO issuance process.

    + 2-4 years of experience in technical environments, such as semi-electronics or electromechanical.

    + Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems for order management.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Willingness and ability to work primarily onsite in Salem with some remote flexibility.

    + Strong people skills for managing RFQs and lead times with existing suppliers.

    + Ability to handle change management and monitor multiple open items to completion.

    + Experience with BOMs (Bill of Materials) and change management processes.

    + Ability to work effectively within a supply chain team and collaborate with internal departments.

    + Demonstrated initiative and adaptability in a dynamic, growing organization.

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

    + Commitment to following approved procurement processes, guidelines, and company policies.

    Work Environment

    You will work in a dynamic environment at the forefront of robotics innovation, contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of automation. The work environment is supportive and collaborative, with standard working hours. Team members enjoy a culture that values personal growth, adaptability, and initiative, providing opportunities for career advancement and making a real impact in a purpose-driven setting. The environment prioritizes integrity, excellence, and positive societal change.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, Oregon.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $42.00/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 Salem,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 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.