Buyer / Procurement Specialist (Manufacturing | Hybrid)

Procurement Specialist (Manufacturing)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support procurement and purchasing activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, tracking deliveries, and ensuring materials are available to support production schedules. The ideal candidate has experience working within ERP systems, thrives in a high-volume environment, and enjoys collaborating with both vendors and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Create, process, and manage purchase orders within ERP systems (SAP, JD Edwards, or similar).
- Track orders and monitor delivery schedules to ensure on-time material availability.
- Communicate with suppliers regarding order confirmations, shipment updates, and delivery issues.
- Coordinate with internal departments to support production and material requirements.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and update order information within ERP systems.
- Resolve supplier discrepancies, shortages, and delivery concerns.
- Utilize Excel to track purchasing activity and generate reports.
- Support vendor relationships through effective communication and follow-up.

Required Qualifications

- 1+ year of procurement, purchasing, buying, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience creating and managing purchase orders.
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, JD Edwards (JDE), Oracle, or similar.
- Experience working with Material Requirements Planning (MRP).
- Strong communication skills with both suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in manufacturing or production-driven environments.
- SAP and/or JD Edwards (JDE) experience.
- Vendor management experience.
- Inventory, materials planning, or supply chain experience.

Why Join Us?

- Hybrid schedule (3 days onsite, 2 days remote)
- Competitive compensation
- Collaborative team environment
- Opportunity to gain experience supporting a leading manufacturing operation
- Career growth within procurement and supply chain

Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wylie, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $35.00/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 Wylie,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 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.