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Aston Carter Buyer in Portland, Oregon
Job Description:
Responsible for identifying purchasing needs, researching potential vendors, tracking orders, updating internal databases with order details, including dates, invoices, and discounts, conducting market research, evaluating vendor offers, and maintaining accurate records of invoices and contracts. Their role is essential in maintaining a fully stocked inventory and optimizing the procurement process for the organization.
Inputting of orders into Excel database systems
Daily use of Quickbooks for invoicing and payments
Prepare cost analyses
Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts
Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
Liaise with purchasing and manufacturing staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition
Skills & Qualifications:
Hands-on experience with QuickBooks required
Strong knowledge of MS Excel (including VLOOKUP's)
Knowledge of market research
Solid organizational skills
Manufacturing or related industry experience/knowledge
For more information contact Morgan at (503) 403-4313 or mbullock @astoncarter.com
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.