Procurement clerk

Job Description

Will be responsible for purchasing the services and supplies necessary for the organization's operations. This role involves applying procurement expertise to implement best practices and supply management strategies. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance customer service and support business excellence across multiple categories.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and promote procurement tools and strategies.

• Support category management with supplier scorecards and sustainability initiatives.

• Assist in achieving annual targets and supporting category goals.

• Manage contracts, supplier selection, and process efficiency.

• Educate stakeholders on procurement solutions and tools.

• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and tools.

• Communicate and implement changes within the organization.

• Resolve issues related to procurement technology and supplier performance.

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field

• Procurement expertise

• Experience with Ariba

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of ERP systems

• Experience in buying/purchasing

• Supplier management

• Inventory management

Work Environment

This position is a year-long commitment with the potential for extension. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, on-site 8am to 5pm, with the possibility of working remotely one day a week after a 4-6 month training period.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $23.00/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:

• 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 Lake Bluff,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.