Buyer Assistant - Purchasing Department

Together we are building a world that is safe, comfortable, and sustainable. YouTubeJob Overview: The Assistant Purchasing Agent provides administrative and operational support to the Purchasing team by assisting with purchase orders, vendor communications, order tracking, documentation, and procurement activities. This role helps ensure timely material procurement and accurate purchasing records while supporting project teams and maintaining strong vendor relationships.Key Responsibilities and Essential Tasks:Assist Purchasing Agents with preparing and issuing purchase orders.Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, order status, and delivery schedules.Track open purchase orders and follow up on outstanding deliveries.Maintain purchasing records, vendor files, and procurement documentation.Coordinate with Project Managers, Warehouse personnel, and Accounting to resolve purchasing issues.Process order acknowledgments and update purchasing systems.Assist with invoice reconciliation and purchase order discrepancies.Monitor supplier lead times and communicate potential delays to project teams.Support inventory coordination and material tracking.Perform additional administrative duties as assigned.Compensation:Rex Moore pays hourly/salary rates commensurate with each employee’s knowledge, experience and skill level.Work is performed in an office environment. This position may be required to travel to other office locations.Reporting Structure:Reports to - Construction Services SupervisorsDepartment - Construction Services NationalKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:1-3 years of purchasing, procurement, administrative, or construction support experience preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.Experience working with ERP or purchasing software preferred.Excellent customer service and communication skills.Basic understanding of purchasing and procurement principles.Willingness to learn and grow within the Purchasing department.Required to have visual acuity with or without correction in order to read and interpret contract information and view information on a computer monitor.Required to use fingers and hands: type using a computer keyboard, handle, feel, and reach.

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