Buyer

Location: Newberg, OR (Hybrid)

Pay: $35-$37/hour

Duration: 6-Month Contract

Schedule: Hybrid after training (Onsite Tuesday-Thursday, Remote Monday & Friday)

Description

Are you looking to grow your purchasing career with a well-established manufacturing company known for its positive culture and long-term stability? We are seeking a Buyer to join a collaborative purchasing team supporting production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

In this role, you'll help ensure materials, supplies, and services are available to support ongoing production needs. You'll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to manage purchase orders, monitor inventory, track material availability, and help keep production running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing experience who enjoys working cross-functionally and wants to continue building their procurement career.

What You'll Do

• Create and manage purchase orders for materials, supplies, and services
• Monitor inventory levels and material availability to support production requirements
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to maintain accurate purchasing and inventory data
• Communicate with suppliers regarding orders, lead times, delivery schedules, and quality expectations
• Support production planning by providing updates on material availability and potential shortages
• Help achieve department goals related to cost savings, quality, and on-time delivery
• Research new products, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and waste reduction

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of purchasing or buying experience
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• ERP/MRP system knowledge and hands-on experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Associate degree preferred
• Microsoft Dynamics experience is a plus

Nice to Have

• Supply Chain Management education
• Inventory planning experience
• Experience supporting medium to high-volume manufacturing operations

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a growing and stable manufacturing organization
• Work alongside an experienced purchasing team
• Strong company culture and employee-focused environment
• Opportunity to gain additional ERP experience and expand your procurement skillset
• Hybrid work schedule after training
• Equipment provided

Schedule Details

Start time can be 7:00 AM or 8:00 AM

Hybrid schedule after training:

• Onsite Tuesday through Thursday
• Remote Monday and Friday
• Friday half-days available, or candidates may choose a standard 5x8 schedule

Local candidates preferred as the position may require additional onsite support in the future

Benefits Available

Eligible contractors may have access to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO and Sick Leave
• Additional voluntary benefit programs

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Newberg, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $37.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Newberg,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 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® Platinum Award 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.