Parts buyer

Job Title: Buyer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Buyer for the Performance Parts division. The role involves utilizing SAP/Ariba to manage sourcing and support vehicle launches, performing market tests, analyzing responses, and awarding sourcing of FPP parts. You will also support business case development for new products and ensure optimal inventory levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform market tests, analyze responses, and award sourcing of PP parts.

• Support business case development for new products.

• Review low stock parts and issue purchase orders to maintain optimal inventory levels.

• Follow up on past due purchase orders and track shipments.

• Review open backorders on a weekly basis and expedite parts delivery.

• Update lead times, minimum order quantities, and reorder points as needed.

• Follow all established purchasing practices and procedures.

• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to deliver successful products.

• Creatively seek and bring forward opportunities for process improvements.

• Write professional communications to suppliers and coworkers.

• Present opinions and ideas in meetings with varying levels of management.

• Function proficiently in MS Office software systems, particularly Excel.

Essential Skills

• 3-6 years of experience in buyer/purchasing within the automotive industry.

• Experience with SAP/Ariba.

• Negotiation experience with suppliers.

• Strong analytical skills, ability to analyze data and make recommendations.

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (must score 80% or higher on Excel Test).

• Self-starter, fast learner, and problem solver.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Aftermarket or performance parts experience.

• Experience with SAP or MMP.

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Business.

• Examples of identifying cost savings/process improvements.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Allen Park, Michigan.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $43.00/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 hybrid position in Allen Park,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

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.