Commodity Buyer

Join a leading automotive manufacturer as a Commodity Buyer and help drive sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, and cost-saving initiatives that directly impact business performance. This is an opportunity with strong long-term growth potential and excellent benefits upon permanent hire.

• Manage a portfolio of automotive commodities across multiple suppliers with significant annual spend.
• Analyze supplier performance, pricing, manufacturing processes, and market trends to develop sourcing strategies.
• Lead supplier selection activities for new vehicle programs and support global sourcing initiatives.
• Establish cost targets, negotiate pricing, and drive annual cost reduction projects.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
• Maintain purchasing data, BOMs, quotations, and sourcing documentation using SAP and other procurement systems.
• Leverage Excel and data analysis to support sourcing decisions, reporting, and supplier performance evaluations.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or a related area.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Excel and purchasing-related processes.
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems is a plus.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in automotive procurement and supply chain.

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with a globally recognized automotive company.
• Clear career growth path within procurement and supply chain.
• Exposure to global sourcing strategies and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent benefits available upon permanent hire.

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

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25/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)

This is a hybrid position in Raymond,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

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 [email protected] 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.