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Aston Carter Job Title: Purchasing and Inventory Specialist
Job Description
Position Overview: We are seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Control Lead to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of our inventory management and quality control processes. The ideal candidate will be skilled in Excel (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables) and will work primarily from a desk in our warehouse.
Responsibilities
Manage inventory purchasing to support manufacturing and project needs. Maintain and update cost tracking with vendors. Oversee inventory management and develop our Cycle Counting initiative. Review incoming orders for accuracy and inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards. Develop and manage spreadsheets for both quality control and inventory management. Regularly meet with management to review operations in your areas of responsibility.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in purchasing, inventory management, and quality control. Excellent skills in working with spreadsheets, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables. Strong attention to detail in all aspects of the job. Solid written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Proficiency in data entry and computer skills. Experience in supply chain management.
Work Environment
The position involves sitting at a desk in the back of a clean warehouse, alongside approximately seven other team members, including the order processing and customer service team. The work hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. The company offers a fast-paced and dynamic environment with some flexibility for remote work occasionally, such as for doctor appointments or family emergencies. Located centrally in Jefferson Park, the workplace offers convenient access to the freeway.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $33.17/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 fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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Purchasing And Inventory Specialist
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Aston Carter 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Purchasing And Inventory Specialist
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Aston Carter Job Title: Purchasing and Inventory Specialist
Job Description
Position Overview: We are seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Control Lead to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of our inventory management and quality control processes. The ideal candidate will be skilled in Excel (including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables) and will work primarily from a desk in our warehouse.
Responsibilities
Manage inventory purchasing to support manufacturing and project needs. Maintain and update cost tracking with vendors. Oversee inventory management and develop our Cycle Counting initiative. Review incoming orders for accuracy and inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality standards. Develop and manage spreadsheets for both quality control and inventory management. Regularly meet with management to review operations in your areas of responsibility.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in purchasing, inventory management, and quality control. Excellent skills in working with spreadsheets, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables. Strong attention to detail in all aspects of the job. Solid written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Proficiency in data entry and computer skills. Experience in supply chain management.
Work Environment
The position involves sitting at a desk in the back of a clean warehouse, alongside approximately seven other team members, including the order processing and customer service team. The work hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. The company offers a fast-paced and dynamic environment with some flexibility for remote work occasionally, such as for doctor appointments or family emergencies. Located centrally in Jefferson Park, the workplace offers convenient access to the freeway.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $33.17/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 fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Employment type
Full-time Job function
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain Industries
Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aston Carter by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for Purchase Specialist roles.
Purchasing Manager - The Langham, Chicago
Chicago, IL $60,000.00-$75,000.00 4 weeks ago Chicago, IL $85,000.00-$100,000.00 3 weeks ago Divisional Procurement/Sourcing Director (cables, motors, plastics)
Downers Grove, IL $20.00-$25.00 3 weeks ago Logistics, Supply Chain & Procurement with Customs Compliance, Tariff, and Duty Expertise
Procurement Director, Global Specialty Food Ingredients
Westchester, IL $175,200.00-$233,600.00 1 week ago HTM Procurement Specialist - Clinical Engineering - Atrium Health Remote FT Days
Category Manager, Indirect Procurement - Professional Services
Deerfield, IL $102,800.00-$164,400.00 4 days ago Wood Dale, IL $55,000.00-$65,000.00 2 weeks ago Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr