Purchasing Specialist

Job Title: Purchasing Specialist

Job Description

Manage mass production part ordering and delivery through effective planning, communication, and supplier interface. Apply technical and problem-solving skills to prevent impacts on operations and support the achievement of department targets. Responsible for material procurement, production planning, inventory control, outsourcing, supplier process management, and countermeasure implementation. Identify, research, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the defined standards of price, quality, and reliability of supply design change points.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate maintenance of process-related systems for suppliers and parts assigned to the buyer.
• Maintain, manage, and issue material releases within the ERP system to ensure sufficient inventory levels to support warehouse packing operations and plant production.
• Establish and maintain communication networks with supply base to promote positive relationships focused on delivery performance and building relationships with suppliers.
• Identify and escalate supplier critical issues to ensure appropriate allocation of resources in a timely manner.
• Develop communication networks both external and internal to ensure operational success and department awareness.
• Collaborate with departments and project leaders to support all specified Mass Production department projects to meet Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets by mitigating risk of Downtime GDP and TRPU.
• Understand and manage New Model and Mass Production design change activity through close collaboration with impacted suppliers to ensure quality and effective date implementation to minimize production impact and cost.
• Maintain reporting and Gemba activity for root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation to solve problems.
• Strive for continuous improvement through cycling Plan Do Check Action (PDCA) for areas of responsibility, supplier ordering, design change control management, and Supplier Problem Management.
• Support company vision and Business Plan activities by leading or supporting theme activities and/or project initiatives within the associate's core job function.
  
  

Essential Skills

• Purchasing, logistics, inventory, and supply chain management expertise.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent related experience.
• Knowledge of basic inventory management and manufacturing workflow.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work with limited direction.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex problems in a team-based work environment.
• Consistently identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Collect data and apply business knowledge to solve a range of problems.
• Effectively lead project themes.
• Effectively sell ideas and secure buy-in from individuals or teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, ERP, SAP, and inventory control.
  
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience is advantageous.
• Previous ERP/MRP experience is advantageous.
  
  

Work Environment

Work from Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. After training, one day per week work from home is available. The dress code requires wearing Honda uniforms. Enjoy benefits such as holiday/shutdown pay and the opportunity for a contract to hire after six months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Marysville, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $27.00/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)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Marysville,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 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® 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.