Senior Buyer – BESS

Job Description

The Senior Buyer – BESS performs daily planning and purchasing activities for components and electronics used in battery energy storage systems, ensuring competitive pricing and maintaining appropriate inventory levels for all BESS product components. This role requires a flexible, solutions-driven professional with strong operational experience who is eager to learn the products and industry while driving effective procurement and supply chain practices in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the procurement of raw materials, components, electronics, and connectors for BESS products, using appropriate procurement methods such as bidding, contracting, ordering, expediting, and arranging related transportation.Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions, and ensure all purchase orders accurately reflect agreed-upon terms.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to material planning, price discrepancies, purchase orders, requisitions, and vendor delivery receipts.Stay current on developments and best practices in procurement and supply chain management to continuously improve processes and outcomes.Support procurement initiatives, including contracting best practices, SOX-compliant processes, and inventory management programs.Assist accounts payable by serving as a subject-matter expert on procurement matters, including resolving payable issues and directing invoicing questions to the appropriate parties.Act as an expert on materials and procurement processes, including associated systems, and resolve vendor supply and invoicing issues in a timely manner.Manage the MRP process to ensure accurate planning and replenishment of materials.Coordinate RMAs, deviations, engineering change notices (ECN), and field return requests (FRR) as necessary to support product and supply continuity.Support the implementation of new procurement processes, tools, or technologies that enhance efficiency and control.Manage material levels and related risks within the scope of the role, ensuring adequate supply while avoiding excess inventory.

Essential Skills

Minimum 5 years of buying or purchasing experience.Proven experience as a buyer in a discrete contract manufacturing environment.BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) buying experience.General knowledge and understanding of supply chain management processes.Hands-on inventory management experience.MRP planning experience.Proficiency with MS Office, including strong Excel skills and effective use of PowerPoint.Experience working with ERP systems; Great Plains (GP) experience is a plus.Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a strong solutions-driven mindset.Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred.Experience in procurement, planning, and materials management within a manufacturing environment.Strong negotiation skills in purchasing and commodity management.Experience with buyer purchasing responsibilities in contract manufacturing.Flexible, positive, and upbeat team player who contributes to a collaborative work culture.Proven track record of success in meeting operational and procurement objectives.

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing and supply chain environment focused on BESS product components. You will work extensively with ERP systems, including Great Plains (GP), and use Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and PowerPoint to manage data, reporting, and presentations. The position involves frequent interaction with suppliers, internal operations, engineering, and finance teams to align procurement activities with production and business needs. The environment emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and adherence to best practices in procurement, inventory management, and compliance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $54.33/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,TN.

Application Deadline

This 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.

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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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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 for other accommodation options.

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