Procurement Specialist

Job Title: Procurement SpecialistJob Description

Drive sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, and cost-saving initiatives for a leading automotive manufacturer. We're looking for a Procurement Specialist who can leverage analytical, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to optimize supplier performance and support new vehicle development programs.

What You'll Do

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned automotive commodities and suppliers.
• Lead supplier selection activities for new model programs in partnership with engineering, design, quality, and finance teams.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and cost-reduction initiatives to achieve annual savings targets.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Build strong supplier relationships and drive continuous improvement in quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Manage purchasing projects from concept through production launch, ensuring timelines and cost goals are met.
• Support supplier quotations, BOM maintenance, and purchasing process improvements.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing purchasing organization.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, engineering, sales, or quality, with automotive purchasing preferred.
• Experience with automotive commodities, supplier management, and strategic sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, cost management, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Experience with ERP systems and purchasing processes is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Background in engineering, quality, or commercial roles.
• Knowledge of lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience working with global suppliers and international teams.

Why Join Us?

• Hybrid schedule: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote.
• Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM schedule.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact automotive programs and drive meaningful cost-saving initiatives.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.65/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 Raymond,OH.

Application Deadline

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