Job Title: Commodity BuyerJob Description

Join our team in Cullman, AL as a Project Buyer, where you will be responsible for managing the procurement process for specific projects. You will ensure that all necessary materials and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and vendors to meet project deadlines and stay within budget. You will develop procurement strategies, conduct market research, manage purchase orders, and maintain strong supplier relationships. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure compliance with both company policies and legal regulations.

Hard Skills

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or engineering

• 2+ years of experience as a buyer in a manufacturing setting (automotive preferred)

• Proficiency in Excel

• Experience with SAP

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to establish contacts and vet suppliers

• Skilled in negotiating pricing and maintaining supplier base

• Highly organized and detail-oriented

Job Type

This is a permanent position.

Work Site

This is a hybrid position requiring some days on-site in Cullman, Alabama and some days remote.

Work Environment

Some travel to suppliers may be required (day trips, up to 3 days). Initially, the position requires on-site presence 5 days a week for training, transitioning to a hybrid schedule of 3 days on-site and 2 days remote.

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.