PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT

Job Summary

Join a Company That’s Built To Elevate You. At Carter Machinery, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer long-term careers defined by purpose, innovation, and impact. We’ve built an award-winning workplace where high achievers thrive, careers grow, and your work truly matters. Our legacy is strong, our vision is bold, and our future is built on investing in the growth and well-being of our people. Whether you're turning a wrench, managing operations, or supporting customers, you play a vital role in powering industries that moves the world forward.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support purchasing activities to maintain efficient operations
• Execute a wide range of functions including vendor onboarding, purchase order processing, RFP coordination, and contract management
• Rotate responsibilities to ensure coverage and consistent foundational knowledge of procurement functions among all team members

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of purchasing procedures, vendor management, and sourcing practices
• General knowledge of internal purchasing policies and financial controls
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with ERP systems; experience with CODA and Microsoft Dynamics (D365) a plus
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Work independently with limited supervision and interact professionally at all levels
• Familiarity with procure-to-pay process
• Promote a positive customer experience
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' purchasing or procurement experience
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• College degree strongly preferred
• Experience with contract review, vendor compliance tracking, sourcing strategies, preferred
• Experience operating and navigating ERPs, CODA and Microsoft Dynamics (D365), a plus

Physical Requirements

• Required to sit and talk or hear
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%
• Life and disability insurance
• In-house training instructors/programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tool allowances and tool loans
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, and vehicles
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

Company Information

• Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer
• All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply
• Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace