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We are hiring a purchasing agent to join a TOP distribution company in Albany NY!!!

Job Description

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the procurement of goods, services, and equipment to meet operational needs of all departments. Provide outstanding customer service to departments and interact regularly to understand needs. Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and communicate regularly regarding order status.

Daily tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Creation and issuance of Purchase Orders in an accurate and timely manner using the Electronic Resource Platform (ERP).

• Receive requests electronically, complete transactions, follow up with internal team on any issues including back orders, shipping delays, etc.

• Tracking order statuses

• Management and expedited execution of priority and urgent order requests.

• Obtain order confirmation and expected delivery date.

• Follow up on open orders including tracking and verification of delivery.

• Assist with invoice exception resolution.

Hard Skills

• Purchasing - Experience purchasing goods in any industry but preferred healthcare

• ERP - experience using an ERP software

• Supply Chain experience

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position.

Work Environment

VERY FAST PACED ENVIRONMENT AND NEED SOMEONE WHO CAN WORK UNDER TIGHT DEADLINES AND PRESSURE

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4:30 PM (30 minute lunch)

Office setting; will have their own desk, etc.

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.