Assistant Purchaser

Haddad Plumbing; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Opportunities for Career Growth andAdv

Job summary

Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. in Newark, New Jersey, is seeking an Assistant Purchaser to support the Purchasing Manager in sourcing materials and equipment.

The role includes creating purchase orders, cost verification, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination to ensure timely delivery and competitive pricing. You will work with internal teams to maintain purchasing accuracy and material availability, growing within the purchasing function as part of a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of purchasing experience preferred in plumbing/HVAC-related industry.
• Strong organizational and follow-up abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and MS Word; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Accurately verify incoming and outgoing Purchase Orders and Packing Slips.
• Track and update inventory; ensure accurate records in Inventory Programs.
• Create purchase orders and monitor their status.
• Verify costs of purchase orders against project estimates.
• Produce reports on inventory levels, discrepancies, and related data for the Purchasing Manager.
• Procure materials by negotiating cost, delivery schedule, and terms with vendors.
• Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Participate in project meetings to understand delivery schedules.
• Monitor Purchasing Clerk to ensure work is accurate and timely.
• Meet daily with Purchasing Manager and Clerk to review delivery schedules and open POs.
• Assist with various purchasing tasks as requested by Purchasing Manager.

Skills

Organizational skills

Follow-up skills

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

MS Word

Job description

Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. is seeking an Assistant Purchaser to join our team at our headquarters in Newark, New Jersey. The Assistant Purchaser will support the Purchasing Manager in sourcing and purchasing materials and equipment required. This role is responsible for assisting with purchase order creation, cost verification, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination to ensure materials are obtained at competitive pricing and delivered on schedule. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and eager to grow within the purchasing function while collaborating closely with internal teams and vendors. The Assistant Purchaser reports to the Purchasing and plays a key role in maintaining purchasing accuracy, material availability, and overall project efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately verify incoming and outgoing Purchase Orders and Packing Slips
• Track and update inventory, ensuring accurate records in Inventory Programs
• Create purchase orders, track and monitor their status
• Issue and Verify all Costs of Purchase Orders According to Project Estimates
• Create and presentreport on inventory levels, discrepancies, and other relevant data to Purchasing Manager
• Procure Material and Equipment by Negotiating Cost, Delivery Schedule and Terms with Vendors
• Follow up with Vendors to ensure timely delivery
• Participate in Project Meetings to Understand Delivery Schedules
• Monitor Purchasing Clerk to Ensure work is being Completed Accurately and On Time
• Meet Daily with Purchasing Manager and Purchasing Clerk to review delivery schedules, open Purchase Orders and other Items Pending
• Assist with various Purchasing Tasks as requested by Purchasing Manager

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 Year of experience in purchasing, preferably in the Plumbing and HVAC related industry
• Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in excel and MS word
• Attention to detail

Compensation:

$55,000 – $65,000Annually

Benefits Include:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a Full Time Position. Days and Hours of Work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm. Saturdays 7:00 am – 3:00 pm as Needed.

About Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc.:

Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. is a Commercial Plumbing and HVAC company dedicated to:

Providing premier workmanship and consistent delivery of reliable plumbing, heating and HVAC systems. We deliver expertise and professionalism in a competitive marketplace, using innovative techniques and tools to enhance productivity and efficiency, and meet crucial deadlines. Our ultimate goal is deliver better cost returns that will deliver greater value.

When Haddad Plumbing & Heating Inc. is awarded a new construction project, our managers apply their expertise to present a comprehensive proposal that meets all requirements. Our in-house drafters then create technical designs and plans to be used by construction engineers. Project managers work closely with the general contractor and team of supervisors to ensure that the project remains on schedule without sacrificing quality work. Finally, our team of project managers with plumbing and HVAC supervisors coordinate when and how plumbing and HVAC systems are synergized and implemented.

With all projects, our goal is to earn our clients’ trust to be their plumbing and HVAC contractor of choice, now and in the future. Our success is measured by achieving our clients’ vision and objectives for the project, but going above and beyond their expectations as guided by our core values.

Here at Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc., we earn this privilege with our clients by providing best-in-class service, value, and quality in every project.