• Medical Device - Buyer / Planner

    Aston Carter (Irvine, CA)


    Job Title: Buyer Planner

     

    

     

    If you meet the requirements and are interested, please apply and email the following to kobalmer @ astoncarter.com

     

    + Updated Resume

    + 3-5 bullet points explaining relevant experience

    + 3 professional references to have on file

    Job Description

    This role is focused more on the purchasing aspect than planning, involving forecasting for periods ranging from 3 to 90 days, and extending up to 2-3 years in preparation for product launches in the US and Japan. The position involves close collaboration with the sourcing department to communicate forecasting and demand schedules, ensuring suppliers have necessary parts available.

    Responsibilities

    + Utilize ERP systems and Excel to strategically manage inventory and create planning schedules.

    + Lead procurement activities, ensuring compliance with internal controls, budgetary constraints, and purchasing policies.

    + Develop purchasing plans to support production schedules and minimize disruptions.

    + Monitor supplier performance and initiate corrective actions as needed.

    + Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and material substitutions.

    + Resolve invoice and receiving discrepancies with Accounting and Receiving teams.

    + Support supplier onboarding and qualification processes.

    + Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and regulatory requirements.

    + Handle some indirect purchasing related to ongoing construction projects.

    + Work with both standard and custom products for new product introductions and R&D clinical trials.

    Essential Skills

    + 4+ years of experience in purchasing and planning, preferably in the medical device sector.

    + Proficiency in ERP systems, with experience in JDE, Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.

    + Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, vlookups, and the ability to create custom planning schedules.

    + Experience with purchasing smaller components and managing 100+ line item purchase orders.

    + Ability to forecast 90 days to 2-3 years out, and comfort with working in a clean room environment.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in the medical device industry, particularly with class 3 devices, is preferred.

    + Candidates from aerospace with experience in smaller components and multi-level BOMs are also considered.

    + Familiarity with ERP implementation processes.

    Work Environment

    The work environment is 100% on-site at a class 3 medical device manufacturer in Irvine. The company is rapidly growing, with new production lines being added regularly. The manufacturing site includes clean rooms and a production floor, requiring the occasional wearing of clean room attire. Work hours are from 7 am to 4 pm, with occasional overtime and Saturday work. The team environment is fast-paced, flexible, and relatively laid back, with a casual dress code of jeans and t-shirts.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/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 Irvine,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.