What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer III position at Aston Carter?
Hiring a Supply Chain Buyer for a large tech company to support an exciting Robotics project! If interested, please apply directly.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Buyer III to join the dynamic Industrial Robotics Group. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in supporting our procurement and supply chain functions, focusing on construction materials and services. This position requires a strategic thinker who can partner with internal stakeholders to enhance our procurement processes and supplier performance.
Responsibilities
The work environment offers the possibility of remote work, although onsite candidates will be prioritized. The site is currently under construction and is described as a 'trailer' setting. Candidates with prior large company experience and strong communication and people skills will be well-suited for this role. This position is initially a 6-month assignment with potential for full-time employment based on performance and business need.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $62.00/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:
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® Platinum Award 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Buyer III to join the dynamic Industrial Robotics Group. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in supporting our procurement and supply chain functions, focusing on construction materials and services. This position requires a strategic thinker who can partner with internal stakeholders to enhance our procurement processes and supplier performance.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Engineering, Program Management, and Operations to develop purchase requirements, submit Purchase Orders (POs), identify potential suppliers, and support supplier performance management.
- Develop efficient, data-driven systems and reporting dashboards using Tableau to monitor PO status, delivery timelines, and supply chain KPIs.
- Manage and support procurement tools such as Coupa, JIRA, PLM, and ERP/MRP systems, providing configuration, troubleshooting, and expert guidance.
- Leverage AI and analytics to identify cost savings, working capital improvements, and process optimizations across the procurement lifecycle.
- Collaborate with the Strategic Sourcing Manager and Engineering to gather requirements and deliver end-to-end data analytical solutions that drive sourcing decisions.
- Understand stakeholder needs beyond data requests, translating business goals into actionable insights.
- Design, develop, and maintain metrics, dashboards, and analytical tools to drive key business decisions for the IRG Supply Chain.
- Uphold best practices in data integrity, accuracy, reliability, and documentation across all tools and reporting.
- Provide administrative procurement support including vendor onboarding, outreach, NDA coordination, RFP management, pricing analysis, and procurement documentation.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing, sourcing, procurement, or supply chain environment.
- Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Odoo.
- Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools like Tableau and Excel.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience with procurement platforms like Coupa.
- Experience with PLM systems, preferably Siemens Team Center, and JIRA for project tracking.
- Experience building Tableau dashboards for procurement and supply chain reporting.
- Exposure to AI-powered analytics tools, automation scripting (Python, SQL), or machine learning applications in a supply chain context.
- Familiarity with Continuous Improvement, Lean Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
- Strong analytical skills in cost modeling, quotation analysis, supplier selection, and spend analytics.
- Construction supply chain experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience with any procurement/ERP tool (SAP Ariba, Oracle, Jaggaer) is a plus.
The work environment offers the possibility of remote work, although onsite candidates will be prioritized. The site is currently under construction and is described as a 'trailer' setting. Candidates with prior large company experience and strong communication and people skills will be well-suited for this role. This position is initially a 6-month assignment with potential for full-time employment based on performance and business need.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of North Reading, MA.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $62.00/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 North Reading,MA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.
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® Platinum Award 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $60 - $62