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Procurement Specialist

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Procurement Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will manage the procurement of goods and materials, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and delivery targets.

You will play a key role in supplier management, contract negotiation, and maintaining a continuous supply chain to support critical projects in defense and healthcare.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage the procurement process for assigned goods in line with cost, quality, and delivery goals.
• Apply sourcing policies and serve as the liaison between suppliers and internal teams.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and prepare purchase orders based on final negotiations.
• Conduct research and assessments of current and potential suppliers.
• Resolve supplier issues related to pricing, quality, delivery, and invoicing.
• Maintain accurate supplier documentation and records.
• Participate in supplier performance reviews and initiate improvement plans.
• Oversee material control, including documentation and chain of custody.
• Manage direct deliveries and drop shipments.
• Update ERP systems with changes in schedules or supply issues.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and report delivery status to management.
• Provide regular updates, reports, and strategic recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and guidelines.
• Explore alternative sourcing options to maintain supply continuity.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00 / 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 :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cranbury, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2025.

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.