Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced, strategic-minded Director of Purchasing to lead our purchasing and procurement operations. This role is central to the continued success of our production goals and requires a proactive leader who thrives in a hands-on, highly collaborative environment.

ResponsibilitiesOversee all purchasing and procurement activities across standard and specialty machine productionMaintain relationships with current vendorsCollaborate closely with engineering and project management teams to anticipate material needs and align with production timelinesImplement purchasing strategies that support quarterly equipment production targets of $6.5 millionImprove performance and utilization of the Epicor ERP system to optimize workflow and efficiencyMaintain appropriate levels of safety stock without inflating inventoryServe as a direct contact point for employees across departments, reflecting our open, flat management culture

Essential Skills

10–20 years of purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing environmentDeep knowledge of engineering workflows, production planning, and project managementProven ability to develop vendor relationships and anticipate supply needsFamiliarity with Epicor ERP or similar systems, with a track record of process improvementAdaptable, culturally aligned professional able to integrate smoothly into existing structures without overhauling current processesStrong communication and decision-making skills, capable of earning trust across multiple departmentsWork Environment

This role requires working on-site five days a week.

This position is moving extremely fast as this is an urgent need for the client. If interested, please send over your most up to date resume to ktrivigno @astoncarter.com along with your availability for a 10-minute phone call

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

-Company offers flexible benefits package
-Off all major holiday's as well as the day after Thanksgiving and Good Friday.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oakland,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 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.

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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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