Job Details

Procurement Consultant

As a Procurement Consultant, you will be responsible for procuring goods and services with high value or complex requirements. You will assess business needs and align procurement plans accordingly, executing sourcing strategies based on the guidance from category managers and leading practices.

Responsibilities:

• Assess business requirements and develop procurement plans.
• Execute sourcing strategies in accordance with category manager guidance.
• Assist Category Managers with strategy development.
• Leverage supplier and spend analyses to inform category strategies.
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams during sourcing events.
• Perform contract administration work related to sourcing events.
• Develop and lead negotiation strategies.
• Draft summaries and details for contracts including terms and conditions.
• Establish effective relationships with business partners and suppliers.
• Ensure alignment with category strategies in transactional and support services.
• Coordinate with suppliers on delivery, transportation, and storage requirements.
• Manage contract compliance and administration, including economic adjustments.
• Mitigate risks and maximize contract value through contract knowledge.

Essential Skills:

• Proficiency in procurement and contract negotiation.
• Experience in supplier performance management.
• Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or related field, or 6 years of relevant work experience.
• 5 years of relevant work experience, including work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience in supply chain category management, preferably in utility, manufacturing, or construction industries.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in developing and evolving category management processes.
• Ability to engage suppliers on operational, strategic, and financial issues.

Work Environment:

This is an onsite position at our corporate headquarters, requiring presence 5 days a week, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. The office provides free parking in the downtown area. The role offers a long-term opportunity with potential to transition to a direct position. During the contract duration, paid time off and holiday pay are provided.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $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:

• 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)

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 21, 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.

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