Job Title: Buyer IIJob Description

We are looking for a highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Buyer II to assist the Buying Team in expanding our selection by setting up new vendors and items, maintaining the product catalog, and managing pricing. You will coordinate new product launches, maintain product costs, retail prices, content, and images, manage vendor relations, and assist with special projects.

Responsibilities

• Set up new vendors and items

• Maintain the product catalog and manage pricing

• Coordinate new product launches

• Maintain product cost, retail price, content, and images

• Manage vendor relations

• Assist with special projects

• Support and train as a backup to Control

• Maintain Key Operations Indicators (KOIs) such as Purchase Orders On Time Delivery and Zero Purchase Order Past Due

• Manage Open Order Report with suppliers and provide shortage Report updates to management

• Facilitate path to green for assigned commodities/suppliers

• Timely resolution to Material Review Board (MRB) issues

• Work with Contract Manufacturers on inventory report management, excess and obsolete mitigation, and component risk buys

• Ensure Item Master Data Integrity and 100% Cycle Count accuracy

• Manage production schedules

Essential Skills

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or as a buyer in a large-scale environment

• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint)

• Understanding of data management and databases

• Experience with procurement software such as Coupa or similar Procure-to-Pay system

• Ability to independently solve ambiguous problems

• Advanced data analysis skills

• Strong business communication skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to create macros and material simulations in Excel

• Degree or equivalent experience

• Demonstrated leadership abilities following principles such as Deliver Results and Invent and Simplify

Work Environment

You will work in a highly demanding but collegial environment where teamwork is essential. The role requires effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvements.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00/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 Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 31, 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.