Job Description
The Purchasing Coordinator / Buyer plays a critical role in supporting the procurement of materials, equipment, and services essential to building and launching advanced aerospace products. This position works closely with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams to ensure timely, accurate, and cost-effective purchasing. The role focuses on converting purchase requests into purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives to help optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
ResponsibilitiesProcess purchase requests into accurate and timely purchase orders using ERP systems.Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, finance, and other internal teams to gather procurement requirements and translate them into requests for quotation (RFQs) and purchase orders (POs).Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and delivery for the business.Manage day-to-day supplier relationships under the guidance of Category Managers to ensure reliability and adherence to quality and delivery expectations.Monitor and resolve procurement issues throughout the lifecycle of an order, including invoice discrepancies, delivery delays, quantity variances, and order changes.Track and follow up on open orders to ensure on-time delivery and proper documentation.Support strategic sourcing initiatives aimed at improving procurement processes, reducing costs, and enhancing supplier performance.Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation within the ERP system, including purchase orders, confirmations, and invoice status.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to continuously improve purchasing workflows and communication.Use Excel and other tools to analyze purchasing data, track key metrics, and support reporting needs.Essential SkillsAt least 3 years of purchasing or buying experience in a manufacturing environment.Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Odoo, or NetSuite for purchasing activities.Proficiency in purchase order creation, management, and tracking within an ERP system.Experience with invoice management, including resolving discrepancies and coordinating with internal stakeholders and suppliers.Strong negotiation skills, including the ability to negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.Solid understanding of general supply chain and procurement processes in a manufacturing context.Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for managing data, tracking orders, and supporting procurement reporting.Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams.Strong attention to detail and accuracy in processing and documenting purchasing transactions.Effective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders and suppliers.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience working in a fast-paced, high-technology manufacturing environment.Familiarity with strategic sourcing concepts and cost-reduction initiatives.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines while maintaining high accuracy.Strong problem-solving skills to address procurement issues such as delivery delays and invoice discrepancies.Comfort working with data and using spreadsheets to analyze purchasing trends and supplier performance.Work Environment
This role operates in a manufacturing environment located in Long Beach. The position supports production activities and requires close collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and finance teams. Work is primarily performed using ERP systems and standard office productivity tools, with regular interaction with suppliers and internal stakeholders. The environment is fast-paced and deadline-driven, with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement in procurement processes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Long Beach, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $35.00 - $44.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n
• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Long Beach,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2026.
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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n
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.
\n\nThe 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.
\nIf 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 for other accommodation options.
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