Job Title: Purchasing AdministratorJob Description This role involves assisting with order processing, vendor communication, record-keeping, and general coordination to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing of products, materials, and supplies while maintaining strong vendor relationships. The position is ideal for someone detail-oriented, organized, and service-minded who enjoys supporting a fast-paced purchasing and supply chain environment. Responsibilities + Coordinate the purchase of raw materials, parts, and sub-contract services. + Solicit quotes from vendors, prepare and enter purchase orders into the system. + Track vendor performance, delivery schedules, and pricing agreements. + Communicate order status, back orders, and delivery timelines. + Respond to inquiries from staff regarding product availability and purchase order status. + Follow up on missing paperwork, shipment confirmations, and order discrepancies. + Resolve discrepancies with invoices, deliveries, and quality issues. + Run basic reports to support stock level monitoring. + Answer phones, route calls, and provide general administrative support for the purchasing team. + Prepare spreadsheets and maintain filing systems (electronic and paper) for purchasing documents. Essential Skills + Experience with purchase order management, data entry, order entry, and administrative support. + Proficiency in customer service and communication skills. + Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. + Experience in purchasing, supply chain, procurement, and logistics. + Familiarity with ERP systems. Additional Skills & Qualifications + A high school diploma or GED is required. + At least 2 years of administrative or customer service experience. + Experience in purchasing or procurement is a plus. + Candidates with administrative experience from the manufacturing industry supporting sales or procurement departments are preferred. Work Environment Candidates should have a customer service-oriented personality, being extroverted with the ability to build relationships with vendors and internal customers. The role requires strong communication skills, a teamwork mentality, flexibility, and the ability to multitask and transition between tasks as needed. Candidates must have at least 2 years of administrative experience and be able to start with strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, and demonstrate effective communication over email and phone. The work environment values eagerness to learn and the ability to adjust priorities based on departmental needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Forest Grove, Oregon. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Forest Grove,OR. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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. 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.