Buyer / Supply Chain / Procurement / Inventory

Job Description Buyer About the Role Our client is seeking a Buyer to support purchasing and inventory operations. This role is ideal for someone with experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory, supply chain, or materials planning.
The Buyer will create and manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers, maintain inventory data, and help ensure materials are available to support operation
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Track orders and communicate with suppliers regarding deliveries, shortages, and lead times.
Maintain accurate item, vendor, pricing, and inventory information.
Monitor inventory levels and help prevent stockouts and excess inventory.
Support production and supply chain teams with material planning needs.
Generate reports and analyze data using Excel.
Assist with domestic and international purchasing activities.
Support process improvements and ERP data maintenance.
Qualifications 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory, supply chain, materials planning, or a related field.
Understanding of purchasing and inventory management processes.
Strong Excel and data management skills.
Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Knoxville, TN.
If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
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
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.
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. Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. 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 View email address on click.appcast.io of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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