Description Core Requirements: 3–5 years of people management experience leading buyer/planner teams (coaching, training, performance) Strong ERP experience in a manufacturing supply chain environment Proven ability to manage POs, work orders, inventory, and vendor escalations Preferred: Analytical mindset with KPI tracking and data-driven decision making Experience building SOPs and processes in evolving environments Leadership Profile: Accountable, proactive, and solution-oriented Collaborative team leader who develops others Comfortable in a fast-paced, ambiguous, growth environment Brings a structure and process-building mindset Scope & Impact: Lead buyer/planner team and daily operations Own inventory health, KPI performance, and workflow execution Act as escalation point across production, sales, and finance Success Measures: Stabilize daily operations and team performance Build and implement SOPs and KPI cadences Help standardize and scale the function Why It’s Attractive: Opportunity to build and shape the function High visibility, cross-functional impact Flexible, collaborative, non-micromanaged environment Strong growth potential Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. Certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP) is a plus. • Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in procurement and planning within a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably in a demand-driven environment. • Experience in managing the procurement of raw materials, components, and managing stock and make orders. • Proficiency in ERP and planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or similar). • Strong understanding of inventory management, supply chain processes, and material handling in a production environment. Skills: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities. • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders. • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. • Ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines. • Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus. Skills Purchasing, Supply chain, Erp, Buyer purchasing Top Skills Details Purchasing,Supply chain,Erp,Buyer purchasing Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Carpinteria, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $110000.00/yr. Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Carpinteria,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 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.