• Purchasing Manager

    Aston Carter (North Charleston, SC)


    Job Title: Purchasing Manager

    Job Description

    As a Purchasing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the purchasing process, ensuring that all acquisitions are conducted within established policies and procedures. You will manage a team, handle vendor relations, and collaborate with various departments to optimize procurement operations.

    Responsibilities

    + Review requisitions for purchase and prepare bid/proposal packages.

    + Oversee the bid/proposal process, evaluate quotes/bids/proposals, and make recommendations for purchase awards.

    + Conduct pre-bid meetings and issue addendums as necessary.

    + Answer vendor questions and determine appropriate actions.

    + Utilize a variety of office equipment and software.

    + Supervise department employees, including assigning and reviewing work, maintaining standards, and addressing employee issues.

    + Administer and monitor the purchasing card program.

    + Resolve purchasing or purchase order-related problems in collaboration with vendors and other departments.

    + Monitor daily ordering, receiving, and issuing of departmental stock.

    + Administer purchasing rights within the purchasing module/software.

    + Recommend changes to internal purchasing procedures and the District’s Purchasing Resolution.

    + Interact with various stakeholders, including Commissioners, Department Heads, vendors, and the general public.

    + Perform other related duties as assigned.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong experience in purchasing, proposals, bid evaluation, inventory control, ERP systems, vendor and supplier management.

    + Proficiency in customer service, negotiation, and presentation skills.

    + Experience managing purchasing teams within a corporate/industrial environment is highly preferred.

    + Experience handling RFQs and RFPs.

    + ERP software and Microsoft Excel proficiency.

    + Effective communication skills, including presenting information and writing reports.

    + Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with vendors and resolve discrepancies.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent education, training, and/or experience.

    + Five (5) years of related experience.

    + Valid driver’s license.

    + Preferred: Certifications from The Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) such as Certified Public Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB).

    + Experience managing inventory, including performing cycle counts, is a plus.

    + Ability to offer training and assistance to coworkers and other departments.

    + Initiative to complete duties without direct supervision.

    + Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

    Work Environment

    The role is fully in-office, operating Monday through Thursday from 6:30 am to 4:00 pm or 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, totaling 36 hours per week. You will report to the CFO and lead a team of two Purchasing Associates, managing warehouse and inventory operations. The office is situated within a warehouse space, with a total of 100-115 employees working both in the office and field.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Permanent position based out of North Charleston, SC.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

     

    Company provides full range benefits

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in North Charleston,SC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 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.