Asplundh Careers

Description

Purchasing Associate

Local electrical/transportation construction industry company seeking self-motivated Purchasing Assistant capable of providing various administrative, procurement, and procurement support functions. 

Benefits: 

• Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) starting Day 1 
• Life, long-term/short-term disability insurances 
• Company Sponsored Retirement Plan 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• PTO 
• Paid Holidays 

Essential Functions & Responsibilities: 

• Order entry, purchase order processing.
• Creating, submitting and tracking shop drawings and submittals.
• Expediting orders, problem resolution, and filing of paperwork. 
• Review & comprehend blueprints, plans, and specifications to perform material take-off. 
• Contacting Vendors/Suppliers for material quotations and some negotiating of purchases. 
• Coordinating deliveries and order expediting with material suppliers. 
• Interfacing with other departments and field personnel as needed. 
• Other tasks and duties as assigned to maintain the necessary functions of the department. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older. 
• 1 to 2 years of industry-related experience preferred. 
• Construction background and procurement experience required. 
• Extremely detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. 
• Fast learner of processes and procedures. 
• Proficient at multitasking and prioritizing. 
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and effective problem-solving skills. 
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Spectrum. 

Education & Experience 

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent 
• 2 years of experience in Industry preferred 

Pre-Screen 

License & Certifications: 

Physical Requirements: 

• Rare: (less than 10%): walking, kneeling, squatting, crawling, seeing distance, climbing on/off a truck, climbing, lifting over 10-50 lbs., depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional: (up to 33%): standing, stooping, body twisting, gripping, reaching, range of motion, climbing stairs
• Frequent: (up to 66%): sitting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, reading, hearing-speech range
• Continuous:(up to 100%): seeing

About Us: 

We will provide you with the training you need to complete the basic functions of your job and help you complete the certifications needed to get you qualified and put you in the best position to achieve your career goals with our company

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator at 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer.