Purchasing Specialist at Aston Carter

Jacksonville, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

25.5

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Administrative Support, Strong Computer Proficiency, Data Entry, Customer Service, Quoting, Procurement, Research, Vendor Communication, Detail-oriented, Organizational Skills, Quick Learner, Proactive Mindset

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

We are hiring for a Procurement Specialist in Jacksonville, FL! Job Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and resourceful Procurement Specialist to support cost-saving initiatives through product research and vendor engagement. This role involves identifying approximately 1,000 parts, researching alternatives, and sourcing comparable products to reduce expenses. Key Responsibilities: Research and identify cost-effective alternatives for a large inventory of parts Source and evaluate vendors locally and nationally Request and compare pricing from multiple suppliers Investigate promotional offers, discounts, and bulk deals Collaborate with management and office staff to finalize pricing decisions Assist with entering new products into the system with team support Maintain accurate records and documentation throughout the procurement process Required Skills: Administrative support Strong computer proficiency Data entry (including Excel) Customer service Quoting and procurement Research and vendor communication Preferred Qualifications: 1–2 years of office administration experience Experience with product research and vendor outreach Comfortable navigating websites, sending emails, and making calls to vendors Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Quick learner with a proactive mindset Familiarity with procurement processes is a plus Oracle experience is helpful but not required—training will be provided Experience Level: Entry Level APPLY NOW!!! Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Atlantic Beach, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.50 - $25.50/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 Atlantic Beach,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 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 Procurement Specialist will research and identify cost-effective alternatives for a large inventory of parts and source and evaluate vendors locally and nationally. This role also involves maintaining accurate records and documentation throughout the procurement process.