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Buyer Planner – Job Description The Buyer Planner will work closely with global sales teams, internal manufacturing sites, and external suppliers to ensure purchased components and finished goods are available to meet customer demand. This role plays a key part in monthly Global Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) reviews for the flagship product line, helping to maintain an optimized supply chain and consistently high service levels.
Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain SIOP files and documentation
Schedule and facilitate monthly SIOP meetings, including follow-up on action items
Monitor purchase order ship dates, expediting or escalating as necessary
Resolve supply challenges to prevent stock‑outs
Create and adjust purchase orders to ensure accurate ship dates and quantities
Maintain ERP systems with current lead times, minimum order quantities, and safety stock levels
Generate shortage reports and drive corrective action plans for late deliveries
Optimize inbound freight by adjusting purchase order quantities for container utilization
Analyze excess and obsolete inventory, collaborating with finance on write‑offs
Support new product development initiatives with supply chain planning
Manage demand signals for parts phasing out of production to minimize exposure
Reduce minimum order quantities or lead times to support inventory turns and working capital goals
Participate in long‑range planning to identify bottlenecks and contribute to capacity expansion strategies
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
Proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Navision
Experience in global sourcing and working with international suppliers
Familiarity with electronic components, molded parts, mechanical assemblies, and finished goods
Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and vendor management
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills
Highly detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time‑management abilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (pivot tables and VLOOKUPs)
Additional Skills And Qualifications
Knowledge of import/export compliance, logistics, and inventory control is advantageous
Supply chain certifications such as APICS, Six Sigma, or CPM are highly desirable
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Forest, CA.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $80,000.00 - $85,000.00/yr.
Health & Wellness Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage including doctor visits, hospital stays, and preventive care; Multiple plan options available to suit individual needs. Dental Insurance: Coverage for routine clean‑ups, check‑ups, and major dental procedures. Vision Insurance: Includes annual eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses. Health Savings Account (HSA): A personal healthcare bank account to pay out‑of‑pocket medical expenses with pretax dollars. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and work‑related matters. Wellness Activities & challenges: Occasional company‑sponsored activities to encourage a healthy lifestyle. Financial Support Retirement Plan: Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with company matching contributions up 5%. Once eligible, team members are 100% vested from day 1. Life Insurance: Employer‑paid basic life insurance with options to purchase additional coverage. Short‑Term Disability Insurance Plan (for Team Members Outside of California): Offers financial support if you lose time on the job due to an injury unrelated to a worker’s compensation incident or illness. Long‑Term Disability Insurance Plan: Offers financial protection if you become disabled and can no longer work. It will also help you return to work, if appropriate. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Tax‑free accounts for eligible health and dependent care expenses. Paid Time Off Vacation Days: 2 weeks (80 hours) of paid vacation annually, with additional accrual for longer tenure. Sick Leave: 1 week (40 hours) of paid sick leave per year to address health needs. Paid Holidays: Observance of 11 major national and company‑specific holidays.
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Lake Forest, CA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 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® 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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Buyer / Planner
role at
Aston Carter . 3 days ago, be among the first 25 applicants.
Buyer Planner – Job Description The Buyer Planner will work closely with global sales teams, internal manufacturing sites, and external suppliers to ensure purchased components and finished goods are available to meet customer demand. This role plays a key part in monthly Global Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) reviews for the flagship product line, helping to maintain an optimized supply chain and consistently high service levels.
Responsibilities
Prepare and maintain SIOP files and documentation
Schedule and facilitate monthly SIOP meetings, including follow-up on action items
Monitor purchase order ship dates, expediting or escalating as necessary
Resolve supply challenges to prevent stock‑outs
Create and adjust purchase orders to ensure accurate ship dates and quantities
Maintain ERP systems with current lead times, minimum order quantities, and safety stock levels
Generate shortage reports and drive corrective action plans for late deliveries
Optimize inbound freight by adjusting purchase order quantities for container utilization
Analyze excess and obsolete inventory, collaborating with finance on write‑offs
Support new product development initiatives with supply chain planning
Manage demand signals for parts phasing out of production to minimize exposure
Reduce minimum order quantities or lead times to support inventory turns and working capital goals
Participate in long‑range planning to identify bottlenecks and contribute to capacity expansion strategies
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
Proficiency with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Navision
Experience in global sourcing and working with international suppliers
Familiarity with electronic components, molded parts, mechanical assemblies, and finished goods
Strong knowledge of purchasing principles and vendor management
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship‑building skills
Highly detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time‑management abilitiesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (pivot tables and VLOOKUPs)
Additional Skills And Qualifications
Knowledge of import/export compliance, logistics, and inventory control is advantageous
Supply chain certifications such as APICS, Six Sigma, or CPM are highly desirable
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Lake Forest, CA.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $80,000.00 - $85,000.00/yr.
Health & Wellness Medical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage including doctor visits, hospital stays, and preventive care; Multiple plan options available to suit individual needs. Dental Insurance: Coverage for routine clean‑ups, check‑ups, and major dental procedures. Vision Insurance: Includes annual eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses. Health Savings Account (HSA): A personal healthcare bank account to pay out‑of‑pocket medical expenses with pretax dollars. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for personal and work‑related matters. Wellness Activities & challenges: Occasional company‑sponsored activities to encourage a healthy lifestyle. Financial Support Retirement Plan: Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with company matching contributions up 5%. Once eligible, team members are 100% vested from day 1. Life Insurance: Employer‑paid basic life insurance with options to purchase additional coverage. Short‑Term Disability Insurance Plan (for Team Members Outside of California): Offers financial support if you lose time on the job due to an injury unrelated to a worker’s compensation incident or illness. Long‑Term Disability Insurance Plan: Offers financial protection if you become disabled and can no longer work. It will also help you return to work, if appropriate. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Tax‑free accounts for eligible health and dependent care expenses. Paid Time Off Vacation Days: 2 weeks (80 hours) of paid vacation annually, with additional accrual for longer tenure. Sick Leave: 1 week (40 hours) of paid sick leave per year to address health needs. Paid Holidays: Observance of 11 major national and company‑specific holidays.
Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Lake Forest, CA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 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® 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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