Supply Chain Planner

Aston Carter's client, a leading CPG company in Chicago, is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to join the Procurement Team.

Purchasing Specialist Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or other related fields

• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, specifically in a supply chain management environment

• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills coupled with the ability to work effectively as part of a team on multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for supporting sourcing and negotiating efforts and coordinating with suppliers

• Purchasing Specialist Responsibilities: - Create purchase orders for materials, products, and services based on internal department needs

• Ensure purchase orders are accurate and include all necessary information, such as quantity, unit price, and delivery date

• Verify that purchase orders align with budget and quality standards

• Coordinate with suppliers to confirm purchase order details and resolve any discrepancies

• Monitor purchase order status and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery

• Maintain purchase order records and update the internal database or procurement software accordingly

• Negotiate contracts and prices with vendors to ensure the best value

• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials

• Evaluate supplier performance and provide feedback to improve quality and efficiency

• Analyze market trends and keep up to date on industry developments

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.

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