Purchasing Coordinator

Responsibilities + Execute operational procurement transactions to meet business partner needs and maintain operational efficiency, including sourcing purchase requisitions and issuing purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures.

+ Process change orders related to purchase orders.

+ Process supplier acknowledgements and estimated delivery dates for purchase orders.

+ Provide high-quality customer experience to business unit partners and suppliers while supporting category strategies developed by Strategic Procurement.

+ Collaborate with the Supply Chain Center of Excellence, Procurement Peers, and business unit partners on sourcing events, projects, and initiatives to resolve recurring issues and improve efficiency and satisfaction.

+ Identify root causes and drive resolution of invoice discrepancies with suppliers, procurement, and/or AEP storerooms.

+ Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, and storerooms to address PO and delivery issues.

+ Perform complex invoice resolution with assistance as needed.

+ Provide phone support by logging into the Genesys phone system daily to handle purchasing and issue-related calls.

+ Function effectively as a team member.

Essential Skills + Experience in purchasing, purchase orders, supply chain, and procurement.

+ Proficiency in order entry.

+ Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or related field OR 4 years of relevant procurement or service center experience.

+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.

+ Proficiency with procurement systems.

+ Strong customer-oriented mindset.

Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ability to be persuasive and build credibility.

+ Good understanding of procurement processes, policies, and tools.

Work Environment Work in a team-oriented environment, using the Genesys phone system daily for customer support and issue resolution.

Emphasize a strong customer service approach and effective collaboration with various business units and suppliers to ensure seamless procurement operations.

Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.75 - $30.00/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 Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 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 (%) for other accommodation options.