Buyer (Entry Level)

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field
• 0-2 years of professional experience or relevant internships
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment

Ready to turn your business or supply chain degree into a career where your decisions drive millions of dollars in business results?

We're seeking a motivated early-career professional who wants to learn the art of supplier management, strategic sourcing, negotiation, and cost analysis within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or professionals with up to 2 years of experience looking to build a long-term career in procurement and supply chain management.

Why You'll Love This Role

Real business impact from day one

Partner with suppliers that support large-scale manufacturing operations

Learn sourcing, negotiation, cost analysis, and supplier strategy

Gain exposure to cross-functional teams including engineering, operations, and product development

Work on projects tied to multi-million-dollar purchasing decisions

Hours: Onsite Monday - Friday - 8:00 - 5:00 (Some flex time possible)

What You'll Do

As a Buyer, you'll be responsible for helping identify, evaluate, and develop supplier partnerships that support critical manufacturing operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing supplier relationships and supporting sourcing strategies for assigned product categories
• Analyzing costs, market trends, and supplier capabilities to help drive informed purchasing decisions
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, finance, and product teams on sourcing initiatives
• Supporting supplier selection and onboarding processes
• Tracking supplier performance, pricing trends, and procurement metrics
• Assisting with contract discussions, pricing negotiations, and cost-saving initiatives
• Maintaining purchasing data, supplier records, and product information within company systems
• Conducting market research to identify opportunities for improved cost, quality, and delivery performance
• Building trust-based relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Supporting continuous improvement projects that increase efficiency and reduce costs

Who Thrives Here?

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Enjoys working with data and uncovering insights
• Likes solving business challenges
• Is comfortable communicating with different teams and external partners
• Wants to learn negotiation and supplier management skills
• Is motivated by measurable results and career advancement
• Has a strong attention to detail and ownership mindset

What You Can Gain

This position offers a rare opportunity to learn the business side of manufacturing while gaining experience in:

• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Cost Analysis
• Procurement Operations
• Negotiation & Vendor Management
• Supply Chain Analytics
• Cross-Functional Project Management

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Marysville, OH.

Pay and Benefits

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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Marysville,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.