What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Aston Carter?
Description
JOB PURPOSE: Manage inbound and outbound logistics management to ensure the timely and efficient receipt and delivery of materiel to activity points along the material flow path. Ensure adherence to corporate policies and practices by working effectively with appropriate functional areas to maintain a high-velocity material flow.
JOB DUTIES: Perform activities to ensure material is shipped received stored or delivered quickly and efficiently. Provide logistics management analysis and support of inbound and outbound material flow. Using the CPS Guiding Principles lead aggressive continuous improvement efforts to: Eliminate excess inventory Manage material to PFEP-defined flowpaths Provide development maintenance and support of transportation requirements for the customer including determining appropriate mode and carrier Monitor carrier performance determine root cause and take corrective action Decrease transportation costs and reduce premium freight expense Improve carrier quality and container scheduling and availability Manage and support business unit or facility logistics activities. Provide support and assistance to business unit or facility groups to resolve transportation issues. Provide overall management of the facility freight expenses including filing carrier loss and damaged freight claims and monitoring analyzing and performing root cause corrective actions to resolve freight non-compliance issues. Typical customers include: Department or business/service unit in a division Material suppliers Transportation carriers Import and export companies 3rd party logistics providers Subassembly and kitting operations Packaging engineers Shipping and receiving personnel Product order analysts Material planning and requirements personnel Employees at product distribution centers.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lafayette, IN.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.
Requirements
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:
This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.
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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
JOB PURPOSE: Manage inbound and outbound logistics management to ensure the timely and efficient receipt and delivery of materiel to activity points along the material flow path. Ensure adherence to corporate policies and practices by working effectively with appropriate functional areas to maintain a high-velocity material flow.
JOB DUTIES: Perform activities to ensure material is shipped received stored or delivered quickly and efficiently. Provide logistics management analysis and support of inbound and outbound material flow. Using the CPS Guiding Principles lead aggressive continuous improvement efforts to: Eliminate excess inventory Manage material to PFEP-defined flowpaths Provide development maintenance and support of transportation requirements for the customer including determining appropriate mode and carrier Monitor carrier performance determine root cause and take corrective action Decrease transportation costs and reduce premium freight expense Improve carrier quality and container scheduling and availability Manage and support business unit or facility logistics activities. Provide support and assistance to business unit or facility groups to resolve transportation issues. Provide overall management of the facility freight expenses including filing carrier loss and damaged freight claims and monitoring analyzing and performing root cause corrective actions to resolve freight non-compliance issues. Typical customers include: Department or business/service unit in a division Material suppliers Transportation carriers Import and export companies 3rd party logistics providers Subassembly and kitting operations Packaging engineers Shipping and receiving personnel Product order analysts Material planning and requirements personnel Employees at product distribution centers.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Lafayette, IN.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.
Requirements
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)
This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.
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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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