Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Responsibilities :

Purchase equipment needed for manufacturing and office operations, focusing on electrical components, steel, and office supplies.

Secure equipment and hotel rentals for installations at job sites.

Enter data using Excel and other Microsoft programs, as the operation does not use an ERP system.

Negotiate with vendors for supplies.

Prepare paperwork for customers, including quotes, purchase orders, packing slips, and bills of lading.

Essential Skills :

2+ years of purchasing experience, ideally in manufacturing or at a food plant.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office platforms.

Ability to work independently and wear multiple hats.

Experience in purchase orders, supply chain, buying, data entry, negotiation, inventory, and vendor management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree.

Experience with smaller-sized operations is preferred over large, high-tech corporations.

Comfortable working independently as the sole purchaser on staff.

Work Environment :

You will work alongside the General Manager, the head of engineering, and other office staff in a small office attached to a warehouse. The dress code is casual, and the team includes several employees with long tenure. The company offers flexibility for personal appointments during the day, provided work commitments are met, fostering independence for those who prefer not to be micro-managed.

Job Type & Location :

This is a contract to hire position based out of Frankfort, IL.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $29.00 - $33.65 / 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 Frankfort, IL.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.