Assistant Purchaser

ESPO; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A global EPC Firm is seeking an Assistant Purchaser in Wallingford, CT. This role involves supporting procurement needs throughout the project lifecycle and requires a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field along with 1-3 years of experience. Strong communication and advanced Excel skills are essential. Join a team-oriented environment with opportunities for growth in procurement and project management.

Benefits

PTO

Group Health and Dental Insurance

401k after waiting periods

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience in procurement or related field.
• Ability to present ideas clearly and confidently.
• Resourceful with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement needs and expediting deliverables for projects.
• Assist in major materials or services RFP Package preparation.
• Conduct detailed analysis of purchasing items.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Strong Excel ability including pivot tables & advanced formulas

Detail oriented

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field

Tools

Procurement software

PowerBI

Microsoft Forms

AI tools

Job description

ASSISTANT PURCHASER

Location: Wallingford, CT.
Job type: Contract-to-Hire

Our global EPC Firm client is hiring an Assistant Purchaser for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Wallingford, CT.

The Assistant Purchaser supports the procurement needs and expediting of deliverables for active projects through the project lifecycle from the development of Request for Proposal (RFP) to approved Purchase Order (PO) through field receipt of materials & services and closeout of the project.This role will assist with a utility client program with a heavy focus in material coordination and tracking with opportunity for growth in procurement and project management functions.

• Assist in major materials or services RFP Package preparation including potential development of Pricing Forms, consolidated Scope of Work, Instructions to Bidders, etc.
• Assist with or manage minor material RFPs including soliciting quotes, leveling and making recommendations to purchase
• Assist with portfolio level demand planning and forecasting for materials & subcontracted services
• Conduct detailed analysis of various purchasing items including past orders, spend with suppliers, issues or anomalies, process adherence. With analytical mindset, deduce trends or potential improvements based on data available
• Assist in preparation of Key Performance Indicator reports for quarterly Supplier meetings
• Assist in the requisition, review & approval, expediting & delivery and return of all materials required for a set of projects
• Review industry lead times with need dates & make recommendations to Project Team and Scheduling Team for purchase dates
• Expedite supplier's production schedule and monitor schedules to ensure milestones are being met
• Update material status reports and other reports related to procurement required by the project team
• Participate in Project Status meetings and concisely communicate material updates to project team including Project Manager, Engineering, Field Superintendents, Cost Analysts & Project Scheduler
• Notify project team of potential fabrication or shipment delays
• Confirm supplier provides timely transportation and lifting plans and communicate these plans to the jobsite
• Assist with scheduling deliveries at multiple sites
• Assist the site in identifying and reporting discrepancies to the supplier
• Assist in obtaining final documentation to facilitate completion of payment milestones

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field required and 1-3 years experience. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong Excel ability including pivot tables & advanced formulas
• Experience with procurement software, PowerBI, Microsoft Forms, AI tools preferred
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to present ideas clearly and confidently to both internal and external client stakeholders.
• Must be resourceful with the ability to work independently on tasks with limited supervision
• Team oriented and forward thinking to drive efficient processes

ESPO Corporation
Leaders in Technical Recruiting & Staffing since 1965

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.