Purchasing Assistant (Grand Rapids, MI) at Aston Carter

Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Excel, Critical Thinking, Supply Chain Management, Data Entry, Vendor Communication, Attention to Detail, Salesforce, Syspro, SAP Concur, Manufacturing Experience, Organizational Skills, Self-motivation, Initiative, Results-oriented

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

[Job Description] A manufacturing company located in Grand Rapids, MI is currently hiring for a Purchasing Assistant. There are many tools with the company that will be trained, but it is a must-have requirement for this individual to have proficiency in Excel. There will be a lot of manual and paper-based duties in the role. This role requires someone who has good critical thinking and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The role also requires someone who would be comfortable speaking with the vendors. ***Applicants must be located around Grand Rapids, MI for consideration, as this opportunity is 100% onsite*** Pay - $20/hr. - $25/hr. (Depending on overall relevant qualifications, industry, skills, etc.) Location - Grand Rapids, MI (Onsite) Schedule - Standard Morning Shift; Monday-Friday (40 Hours a Week) Contract Duration - 6 Month Contract To Hire W2 Employment Through Aston Carter [Summary of Responsibilities] Respond to and investigate internal & external supply chain inquiries in a timely manner. Interact with Sales, Accounting, Customer Service, and all departments throughout the organization. Create, manage, and send purchase orders using multiple systems. Communicate with manufacturing on receipts/damages/inventory adjustments, and enter claims. Process product returns by engaging vendors for RMA’s. Run reports and manage open purchase orders for accuracy. Communicate and process order changes & approvals. Work with Buyers on Domestic & International supply chain issues. Process vendor invoices & credits to the appropriate groups. Data entry for processing and maintaining records. [Qualification Requirement] 2-3 years of experience in a business supply chain environment (Purchasing Admin, Purchasing Assistant, Supply Chain Coordinator, etc. would be great). Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Ability to think critically and be comfortable learning + managing multiple systems. High bonus for having manufacturing environment experience within supply chain/procurement. Strong attention to detail - highly organized. Experience with Salesforce (CRM), Syspro (ERP), and/or SAP Concur (Accounting Management) is a big plus. Strong self-motivation, initiative, and results-oriented. [Employee Value Propositions] Great growth opportunity. Amazing work culture (employee recognition, awards, events, etc.). Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Rapids, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Dec 26, 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.

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Assistant will respond to supply chain inquiries, create and manage purchase orders, and communicate with various departments. They will also process product returns and manage open purchase orders for accuracy.