Procurement Assistant - Construction & Field Exposure

Way Engineering, Ltd.

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay
401(k) with employer contributions
Profit-sharing program
Seven paid holidays
Career growth and development

Job summary

Way Engineering, Ltd. in Houston, TX, seeks a focused professional to support our mechanical construction procurement efforts.

You will engage with facility leads and field teams, learning pipe fabrication and installation processes while handling purchasing activities for projects. This hands-on role emphasizes organization, multi-tasking, and vendor management, with exposure to real projects and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management, or related field.
  • Strong organizational and negotiation skills required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

  • Support purchasing activities for mechanical construction projects.
  • Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes and pricing.
  • Procure materials, equipment, and supplies.
  • Track orders to ensure timely delivery.
  • Maintain vendor relationships and performance records.
  • Resolve discrepancies with orders, invoices, and deliveries.
  • Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams.
  • Monitor inventory levels and assist with forecasting material needs.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
  • Gain hands-on exposure to field operations to better understand project material requirements.
  • Weekly pay.
  • 401(k) with employer contributions.
  • Profit-sharing program.
  • Seven paid holidays.
  • Career growth and development opportunities.

Skills

Organizational skills
Negotiation skills
Excel
Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Way Engineering, Ltd. in Houston, TX, seeks a focused professional to support our mechanical construction procurement efforts.

You will engage with facility leads and field teams, learning pipe fabrication and installation processes while handling purchasing activities for projects. This hands-on role emphasizes organization, multi-tasking, and vendor management, with exposure to real projects and career growth opportunities.

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