Job Title: Procurement Analyst Job Description Accurately enters and processes purchase orders in a timely manner for procurement of packaging materials, hardware, safety supplies, and a variety of other products. Problem solves by researching within the database, and working with appropriate personnel throughout the company. Diligently follows purchase orders through to completion while working with appropriate parties to quickly resolve issues that delay timely processing. Assists in maintaining inventory levels based on demand and past consumption. Monitors and negotiates pricing to ensure the department stays within budget. Updates expected delivery dates and quickly communicates issues that could impact production. Finds secondary sources for current single-sourced items. Generates vendor reports. Evaluates the current supplier list for targeted cost reductions. Ensures on-time deliveries. Sets purchase plans for supply chain and develops back-up suppliers for a 70/20/10 distribution model. Works with other internal departments such as PD, Accounting, and Operations to resolve issues and concerns. Maintains the “receiving” process that tracks on-time quantity and quality to purchase orders from all suppliers. Manages and actively participates in the inventory process. Responsibilities + Accurately enter and process purchase orders for various products. + Research and problem-solve within the database and through communication with appropriate personnel. + Diligently follow purchase orders through to completion and resolve issues promptly. + Assist in maintaining inventory levels based on demand and past consumption. + Monitor and negotiate pricing to stay within budget. + Update expected delivery dates and communicate potential production impacts. + Find secondary sources for single-sourced items. + Generate vendor reports and evaluate supplier lists for cost reductions. + Ensure on-time deliveries. + Set purchase plans for supply chain and develop back-up suppliers. + Collaborate with internal departments to resolve issues and concerns. + Maintain the receiving process to track on-time quantity and quality from suppliers. + Manage and actively participate in the inventory process. Essential Skills + 3+ years of purchasing/procurement experience + Bachelor's Degree in business administration, logistics, or finance preferred + Experience with Oracle, Salesforce, other CRM software, and MS Office Suite preferred Additional Skills & Qualifications + Excellent communication skills + Attention to detail + Initiative + Quick learner Work Environment M-F 7am - 4pm, 100% on-site. This position operates in a professional office environment. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. Very modern office environment 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.