Senior Buyer
Company: Aston Carter
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Senior Buyer Job
Description Responsible for the purchasing of raw materials,
ingredients, and packaging for the company. This role involves
maintaining supplier records, both physical and electronic,
ensuring the integrity of record-keeping systems, and strategic
planning. The Senior Buyer will negotiate with suppliers to secure
the best price and service that meet the minimum standards for all
items purchased. Responsibilities Negotiate with suppliers under
the guidelines of company ethics and policies. Maintain up-to-date
supplier files by monitoring expiration dates of all required
documents. Communicate company policies regarding product
specifications and booking receiving appointments to suppliers.
Ensure compliance with all ASC/MSC/OU certification requirements,
keeping them audit-ready at all times. Support FSMA Initiatives
within the company. Research and expand new supply sources where
current suppliers are inadequate. Vet new potential suppliers
through the New Vendor Qualification Program. Seek competitive bids
for all purchases, analyze bids, and make awards. Negotiate
contracts when appropriate and monitor market costs during the
term. Update BOMs with unavoidable price changes and communicate
these with the Corporate Controller. Verify appropriate approvals
and account numbers for Purchase Orders. Work closely with Quality
and Receiving Departments to ensure proper supplies arrive and
Accounts Payable to ensure timely payments. Monitor the timeliness
of Purchase Order deliveries and research any delinquent arrivals.
Follow environmental and safety regulations and comply with US
laws. Comply with safety and corporate guidelines. Aid in the
development and implementation of Food Safety Fundamentals and Food
Safety Plan as outlined in the BRCGS system. Have the authority to
take appropriate action to ensure the integrity of the BRCGS
system. Interpret and implement material needs based on production
schedules and forecasts. Essential Skills Bachelor's Degree 5 to 10
years of progressive purchasing experience, preferably in a protein
food manufacturing environment (pork, chicken, fish, or beef) Prior
supervision of staff Experience with electronic business software
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP or related business software
Additional Skills & Qualifications Knowledge and Implementation of
Food Safety Initiatives Knowledge of Seafood Purchasing Experience
with purchase orders, ERP, SAP, MRP Negotiation and buying
experience Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
Vendor management Contract negotiation skills Work Environment The
role operates from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in an office environment.
This position reports to the President & CEO and supervises the
Purchasing Manager. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent
position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range
for this position is $79000.00 - $85000.00/yr. Benefits include
medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). 2 weeks vacation - 6 days paid
sick time. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in
Chicago,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to
close on Feb 24, 2026. 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.
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