Job Title: Purchasing AdministratorJob Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Administrator to manage material availability and inventory health for assigned SKUs. You will be responsible for converting MRP signals into accurate and timely purchase orders and preventing stockouts and excess inventory through data-driven decision-making. Responsibilities + Own material availability and inventory health for assigned SKUs. + Convert MRP signals into accurate and timely purchase orders. + Proactively prevent stockouts and excess inventory through data-driven decision-making. + Manage and execute planning activities within NetSuite/Netstock MRP. + Maintain accurate system inputs, including lead times, MOQ, and order multiples. + Identify and escalate data integrity issues impacting planning outputs. + Confirm delivery dates and hold suppliers accountable to commitments. + Proactively expedite or re-sequence orders to mitigate risk. + Support cost savings and sourcing initiatives. + Partner with Planning, Wholesale, and Project Management to ensure promotions, launches, and demand shifts are reflected in system plans. + Ensure new SKUs and components are properly set up for planning and procurement. + Contribute to KPIs including OTIF, inventory turns, stockout rate, and working capital performance. Essential Skills + Minimum of 1 year experience, preferably in supply chain management, planning, or logistics. + Ability to interpret system-generated recommendations and apply sound judgment. + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required. Work Environment This is a Monday to Friday onsite position located in Somerset. The work environment is fun, creative, and energetic, offering competitive base compensation, a bonus program, paid time off, a 401k with company match, and medical, dental, and vision benefits. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Somerset, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.63/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 Somerset,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 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® 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.