Job Information
Aston Carter Procurement Specialist in New Century, Kansas
Job Title: Procurement SpecialistJob Description
Responsible for acquiring materials and documents to fulfill requests for purchases, including preparing purchase orders and handling inquiries about orders. Follows through with purchase from order placement to fulfillment and ensures order arrives undamaged and on time.
Responsibilities
Handle requests for purchases.
Ensure all documentation on ticket is accurate.
Verify and affix amount of purchase to package.
Handle questions and concerns about merchandise.
Track purchases from order placement until it arrives in hands of order placer.
Keep track of inventory.
Order supplies.
Ensure package arrives on time.
Verify package meets all customer specifications and customer is satisfied.
Notify appropriate department of the placement of orders.
Ensure inventory is stocked and purchase order can be fulfilled.
Prepare the invitation-to-bid forms and distribute.
Compare prices and expected delivery dates proposed by suppliers.
Choose the best bid.
Compile records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries, and inventories.
Determine cause of any delays en-route.
Match purchase orders with shipment.
Verify billed amount with goods received.
Handle invoices and forward to accounting department.
Monitor inventory control systems.
Prepare inventory transfer forms.
Classify priority regulations.
Essential Skills
At least 2 years of procurement experience.
Proficient using ERP software.
Ability to read/interpret blueprints (willing to train on this if the above skills are met).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Experience in strategic sourcing.
Strong negotiation skills.
Supplier management expertise.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience in the automotive industry.
Knowledge of purchasing and purchase orders.
Vendor management.
Procurement analysis.
Work Environment
Will be working in an office setting and a manufacturing setting hybrid. Some client-facing interaction as needed.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/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 New Century,Kansas.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2025.
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.