Buyer Level 3

Job Title: Buyer Level 3Job Description

This role is a mid-level strategic procurement position responsible for end-to-end sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization within the purchasing organization. It has a direct impact on production continuity, cost control, and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers based on capability, quality, and cost.

• Conduct market research to ensure best-fit sourcing strategies.

• Negotiate pricing and commercial terms to drive cost reductions and mitigate increases.

• Perform pricing and variance analysis to support data-driven decisions.

• Monitor supplier KPIs including delivery, quality, and cost.

• Lead corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assess financial and supply chain risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

• Align purchasing activity with production demand and optimize inventory levels.

• Adjust key drivers such as lead time, safety stock, and lot size.

• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to support new product introductions, design changes, and supplier qualification efforts.

Essential Skills

• Core Procurement & Supply Chain Expertise

• Strategic sourcing and supplier selection

• Vendor management and supplier performance evaluation

• Procurement of materials/components in a manufacturing environment

• Cost management

• Inventory and supplier management

• Planning

• MRP, Purchasing, ERP, Supply chain

• SAP proficiency is a must

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical depth in should-cost analysis, blueprint interpretation, and manufacturing knowledge

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to influence outcomes and mentor junior buyers

Work Environment

The position is fully onsite, Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm. The work environment is stable and professional, with minimal travel required. It offers a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement, providing a sustainable and engaging work experience.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oxnard, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oxnard, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oxnard,CA.

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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) 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.