Job Title: Lead BuyerJob DescriptionThe Lead Buyer is responsible for Capex related procurement activities for sites ranging from approximately $10m to $500m. This role supports strategic growth and investments, delivering new manufacturing capacity. Develop project purchasing strategies and coordinate procurement activities for assigned investment projects. Ensure project sourcing objectives, actions, and priorities are aligned within Global Capex Procurement, Global Engineering, and other key business partners. Procure all Capex and supplies needed to bring manufacturing capacity online (systems, sub-systems, equipment, and spare parts) and services (consulting, engineering, and planning) for assigned specialist areas or investment projects. Work closely with Global Category Management colleagues to execute agreed strategies locally in manufacturing sites. Plan, lead, and execute negotiations of commercial terms and contracting for supply agreements. Manage relationships with suppliers, acting as the primary point of contact within the project team. Drive awareness of supply issues within the project, clarify business impact, and lead resolution plans. Develop project risk management strategies and drive development and implementation of appropriate risk mitigation plans. Work closely with Project Management to monitor supplier performance metrics and actively participate in the tracking and reporting of said metrics to drive supplier accountability. Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop cost reduction strategies and implementation plans that meet project/business needs. Report project-related savings monthly and maintain the project savings pipeline. Review and negotiate supplier change orders.Hard Skills
Project purchasing strategies
Procurement of Capex and supplies
Negotiations of commercial terms and contracting
Supplier relationship management
Project risk management
Supplier performance metrics monitoring
Cost reduction strategy development
Soft Skills
Coordination with business partners
Stakeholder collaboration
Awareness of supply issues
Resolution planning
Accountability driving
Job TypeThis is a contract position with a duration of 6 Month(s).Work EnvironmentThis role involves close collaboration with Global Capex Procurement, Global Engineering, Global Category Management, Project Management, and key stakeholders. It also requires active management of supplier relationships and performance tracking.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.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.
