What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Aston Carter?
Description
Reporting directly to the Arlington Supply Chain Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the business has the right quantity of goods and materials at the right time and at the right cost to meet the production and operational needs. This role involves strategic planning, purchasing, inventory control and supplier relationship management to ensure uninterrupted flow of materials and goods required for production. This is a great opportunity for someone who is excited about being part of a winning team and working towards career growth opportunities.
Drive demand planning through SAP and stablished MRP process.
Monitor and analyze vendor performance data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
Act as primary point of contact for vendors, resolving escalations related to delivery, quality, and pricing discrepancies.
Place purchasing orders and follow up with suppliers to meet production schedule.
Maintain the integrity of work order and purchase order data in SAP.
Manage inventory levels (stock, buyin, VMI, MRO) for reorder.
Develop strategies to increase inventory turnover.
Review daily and weekly production plans to ensure material availability.
Monitor, identify, and resolve past due backlog issues proactively.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and trade compliance procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and activities as required.
Skills
Procurement, Supply chain, Sap, Buying experience, Purchase order, Purchasing, Buyer purchasing, Negotiation
Top Skills Details
Procurement,Supply chain,Sap,Buying experience,Purchase order
Additional Skills & Qualifications
2-3yrs experience in purchasing ideally within copper, steel, electrical components.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated experience in ERP and MRP (transactional and planning module).
Experience in SAP will be considered as an asset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, TX.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $34.13/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Arlington,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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® 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.
Reporting directly to the Arlington Supply Chain Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the business has the right quantity of goods and materials at the right time and at the right cost to meet the production and operational needs. This role involves strategic planning, purchasing, inventory control and supplier relationship management to ensure uninterrupted flow of materials and goods required for production. This is a great opportunity for someone who is excited about being part of a winning team and working towards career growth opportunities.
Drive demand planning through SAP and stablished MRP process.
Monitor and analyze vendor performance data to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
Act as primary point of contact for vendors, resolving escalations related to delivery, quality, and pricing discrepancies.
Place purchasing orders and follow up with suppliers to meet production schedule.
Maintain the integrity of work order and purchase order data in SAP.
Manage inventory levels (stock, buyin, VMI, MRO) for reorder.
Develop strategies to increase inventory turnover.
Review daily and weekly production plans to ensure material availability.
Monitor, identify, and resolve past due backlog issues proactively.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and trade compliance procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and activities as required.
Skills
Procurement, Supply chain, Sap, Buying experience, Purchase order, Purchasing, Buyer purchasing, Negotiation
Top Skills Details
Procurement,Supply chain,Sap,Buying experience,Purchase order
Additional Skills & Qualifications
2-3yrs experience in purchasing ideally within copper, steel, electrical components.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
Demonstrated experience in ERP and MRP (transactional and planning module).
Experience in SAP will be considered as an asset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, TX.
Pay And Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $34.13/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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 Arlington,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 20, 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® 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 : $31 - $34