Junior Buyer

Job Title: Junior Buyer Job Description We are seeking a motivated Junior Buyer who will be responsible for processing simple purchase orders, primarily in IT hardware and corporate real estate office buildouts. The role involves some ERP testing and testing of purchase orders. You will be tasked with procuring materials and equipment, while understanding basic procurement concepts, principles, and practices. Responsibilities

- Effectively and professionally conduct activities associated with procuring materials and equipment.
- Understand and apply basic procurement concepts, principles, and practices.
- Ensure task completion, project delivery processes, and maintain supplier relationships.
- Perform assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Understand compliance requirements applicable to assigned groups or commodities.
- Perform other duties as needed.

Essential Skills

- Purchasing and procurement knowledge.
- Experience with Oracle.
- Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.
- Effective communication with internal and external clients.
- Self-motivation and willingness to ask questions.
- Ability to absorb information during training and apply it effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience with ServiceNow (asset tracking system) and Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) is a plus.
- Open to new graduates, preferably with a degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Accounting.
- 2-3 years of experience in purchasing or related fields is ideal.
- A Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or other applicable majors is preferred.
- Good analytical skills.

Work Environment You will be part of a dynamic team of five, reporting to a corporate procurement manager, working Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, with flexible hours if needed. The work environment is open office, with the opportunity to work remotely one day a week once fully trained. Training is hands-on, involving shadowing a buyer and gradually taking on more complex tasks. The position offers growth opportunities, with potential promotions to Buyer II and Senior Buyer.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.12 - $26.45/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

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.