Purchasing Specialist

Job Title: Purchasing Specialist

Job Description

The Purchasing Specialist plays a key role in supporting the day-to-day functions of the Operations side of our organization. This position is ideal for individuals who are organized, proactive, and eager to grow within a fast-paced, hands-on environment. An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Responsibilities

• Generate and submit purchase orders, track orders to ensure on-time delivery, and process receiving documents.

• Resolve receipt and invoice discrepancies and maintain accurate supplier records.

• Provide weekly open purchase order reports to each line of business and facilitate timely close outs through scheduled meetings.

• Receive and disperse materials to various lines of business on the Lunenburg site.

• Run errands for parts and supplies as needed.

• Organize training materials, maintain safety records, and assist with internal safety audits.

• Perform data entry, update records, and manage internal communications including memos and emails.

• Maintain office supplies and ensure a clean, organized workspace.

• Assist in preparing reports and presentations for various teams.

• Participate in weekly training to learn scale operator duties and provide coverage during absences.

• Coordinate with team members to ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

• Assist in organizing company events, meetings, and team activities.

• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support overall office efficiency.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of Purchasing or Procurement Experience.

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Experience with SAP/Oracle or other ERP/CRM systems.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Independent problem-solving and sound decision-making abilities.

• Effective conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational habits.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in an administrative or office support role.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

• Dependable, punctual, and capable of working independently.

Work Environment

This role requires working 100% on-site, five days per week, reporting to the Strategic Buyer. The company offers a flexible environment for weather or appointments, but applicants should be comfortable working on-site with the team. The workspace includes a personal desk, and the company promotes an inclusive culture with opportunities for growth, development, and internal promotion.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lunenburg, MA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Lunenburg,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

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.

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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.