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Job Title: Buyer Assistant

Job Description

• Responsible for the maintenance of procurement records in accordance with corporate guidelines.

• Discuss defective or unacceptable materials or service levels with users, suppliers, and others to determine root cause and corrective action.

• Resolve payment issues.

• Collaborate with internal customers to develop business requirements and improve processes.

• Solicit quotes.

• Support and execute supplier and commodity strategies to support plant procurement and manufacturing operations.

• Participate in technical reviews with suppliers and internal teams.

• Travel may be required to supplier facilities and plant manufacturing locations.

Hard Skills

• Knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures

• Knowledge of automotive prototype commodities and services

• Research skills

• Financial analysis experience preferred

• MS Office proficiency; prefer advanced Excel skills

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills both oral and written

• Self-starter, highly organized, pays attention to details

• Ability to quickly analyze data and present conclusions

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Detroit, Michigan. Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Work Environment

Working on site in Detroit. . Dress code is business casual, working in the Manufacturing area of the building. Working with Purchasing organization.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.