The Buyer's Assistant is responsible for assisting with the processing of orders, inventory adjustments, and procurement of all supplies and services necessary to ensure the timely execution of production and company requirements in a cGMP environment.
ResponsibilitiesProcess timely and appropriate purchases utilizing requisition system and SAP system, maintaining records for purchases with criteria standards for quality, pricing, and material availability.Buy raw materials and manage indirect expenses such as facility machinery, lab reference standards, and R&D supplies, while managing suppliers and negotiating terms and prices that meet internal and external quality standards.Ensure timely arrival of purchased materials and performance of services in accordance with standards of quality, quantities, specifications, and pricing.Function as a liaison to ensure correct invoicing of all purchases and assist with invoice discrepancy resolution as needed.Manage vendor RMAs due to incorrect supply and/or quality issues.Maintain relationships and communications with internal customers.Perform all other duties assigned by the manager.
Essential SkillsExperience in purchasing, administrative support, and SAP ERP.At least 2 years of experience supporting a purchasing department or individual is highly preferred.Strong administrative skills and a background in purchasing.Experience with purchase orders, ERP, SAP, and buyer purchasing.
Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience with ERP/Purchasing Systems, preferably SAP.Strong literacy and numerical skills.Ability to communicate effectively and proactively with suppliers, internal customers, and management.Strong interpersonal skills.Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
Work Environment
This role is onsite and will support a buyer, reporting to a Director of Purchasing/Supply Chain. It offers the opportunity to learn about contract manufacturing purchasing and assist with purchasing in a GMP environment. The position may start as a contract that could potentially turn into a longer-term opportunity.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Largo, Florida.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Largo,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2025.
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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.
\n\nThe 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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