Purchasing Administrator

Atlantic Constructors Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Health Savings Plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors Inc. is seeking detail‑oriented procurement professionals to join our team in Richmond, VA. This in‑office role supports purchasing, inventory management, and vendor coordination to ensure timely deliveries and accurate records.

You will issue purchase orders, track commitments, and collaborate with estimating, project management, and accounting teams. The ideal candidate has basic purchasing knowledge, strong organizational skills, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of purchasing, inventory and supply chain concepts.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately enter and maintain data with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with vendors, project teams, accounting personnel, and field employees.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews material requests, estimating information, and approved purchasing commitments prior to issuing purchase orders.
• Creates and issues purchase orders for materials, equipment, and supplies per company procedures.
• Processes PO revisions, cancellations, and change requests as directed by management.
• Maintains accurate records of purchase orders, acknowledgments, delivery dates, and supplier communications.
• Assists with tracking commitments issued from estimating and project management teams.
• Communicates with vendors regarding PO status, availability, lead times, pricing, and delivery schedules.

Skills

Purchasing knowledge

Inventory management

Vendor communication

Data entry accuracy

MS Office Suite

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP software systems

Purchase order systems

Job description

THIS IS A FULL-TIME, IN OFFICE POSITION. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WOULD NEED TO LIVE IN THE RICHMOND, VA AREA AND BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO OUR OFFICES 5 DAYS A WEEK.

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

$0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com

Essential Duties:

• Reviews material requests, estimating information, and approved purchasing commitments prior to issuing purchase orders.
• Creates and issues purchase orders for materials, equipment, and supplies in accordance with company purchasing procedures.
• Processes purchase order revisions, cancellations, and change requests as directed by management.
• Maintains accurate records of purchase orders, acknowledgments, delivery dates, and supplier communications.
• Assists with tracking commitments issued from estimating and project management teams.
• Communicates with vendors regarding purchase order status, product availability, lead times, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinates material deliveries with vendors, fabrication shop personnel, warehouse staff, and field teams.
• Verifies information for purchase order requests, including vendor selection, account coding, quantities, and approval requirements.
• Assists with maintaining procurement logs, vendor databases, and purchasing reports.
• Assists Accounting and Billing departments with purchase order and invoice reconciliation.
• Assists with resolving discrepancies related to purchase orders, invoices, shipments, and receiving documentation.
• Works with fabrication shop and warehouse personnel to confirm receipt of materials and update inventory records as required.
• Monitors open purchase orders and follows up with vendors regarding overdue deliveries or missing documentation.
• Assists in obtaining quotes from vendors for routine materials and commonly purchased items.
• Supports vendor scorecard and supplier performance tracking programs.
• Ensures compliance with company purchasing policies and approval procedures.
• Complies with company safety policies and corporate guidelines on business ethics.
• Maintains confidentiality of pricing, contracts, supplier agreements, and company information.
• Performs other job-related duties as directed.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of purchasing, inventory, and supply chain concepts.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately enter and maintain data with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively with vendors, project teams, accounting personnel, and field employees.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment:

• Primarily works in an office environment.
• May occasionally visit warehouse, fabrication, or construction project locations.
• May work in areas with exposure to moderate noise levels.
• May be exposed to dust and construction-related activities during site visits.
• Frequent interaction with vendors, suppliers, field personnel, and internal departments.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing if desired and working on a computer.
• Frequent use of standard office equipment including computers, phones, copiers, and printers.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry files, documents, and office materials.

Travel:

• Minimal local travel may be required.
• Overnight travel is generally not required.

Preferred:

• Experience with commercial construction, HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical contracting operations.
• Experience creating purchase orders and maintaining purchasing records.
• Familiarity with inventory management or ERP software systems.
• Prior experience supporting procurement, estimating, accounting, or project management teams.
• Prior military experience.

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Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer