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Aftermarket Parts Buyer

CornerStone Professional Placement, Flower Mound, TX, United States


Job Description
Aftermarket Parts Buyer
Location Flower Mound, Texas | Onsite

Compensation & Schedule

$30.00-$35.00 per hour

Full-time hours (standard business schedule)

Temp-to-Hire (W2)

Start date: ASAP

Role Impact
The Aftermarket Parts Buyer ensures the right parts are sourced at the right cost, quality, and delivery timeline to support ongoing aftermarket operations. This role directly impacts profitability, supplier performance, and inventory health. Success is defined by cost savings, supplier consolidation, improved on-time delivery, and consistent availability of quality components to support legacy and current product lines.

Job Duties

Procure aftermarket parts, components, and materials to meet cost, quality, and availability targets

Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and pricing strategies to support cost reduction and on-time delivery goals

Evaluate and qualify new domestic and international suppliers; identify process capabilities and cost-effective sourcing opportunities

Analyze material issues, recommend quality and inventory improvements, and support sourcing for legacy truck and component catalogs

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, finance, quality, and marketing; resolve invoice discrepancies and support quote request processes

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience

2+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience

Strong negotiation skills with the ability to perform detailed price analysis and supplier cost evaluations

Core Tools & Systems

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

ERP systems (Enterprise Resource Planning software)

Supplier quote management and contract administration processes

Cost analysis tools and reporting systems

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of import/export regulations and international sourcing practices

Understanding of raw material pricing, labor rates, manufacturing, and packaging cost structures

Strong analytical, research, organization, and documentation skills with professional communication abilities

Must be authorized to work indefinitely in the U.S.
Must be available for periodic business travel to supplier locations

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