Assistant Purchaser
About The Position
Haddad Plumbing and Heating Inc. is seeking an Assistant Purchaser to work at its headquarters in Newark, New Jersey. The role supports the Purchasing Manager with sourcing and purchasing required materials and equipment. It assists with purchase order creation, cost verification, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination to help ensure competitive pricing and timely delivery. The position works closely with internal teams and vendors and contributes to purchasing accuracy, material availability, and project efficiency. This is a full-time position. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday work from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. may be needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the plumbing and HVAC-related industry.
Responsibilities
- Accurately verify incoming and outgoing purchase orders and packing slips.
- Track and update inventory and maintain accurate records in inventory programs.
- Create purchase orders and track and monitor their status.
- Issue and verify purchase order costs according to project estimates.
- Create and present reports to the Purchasing Manager on inventory levels, discrepancies, and other relevant data.
- Procure materials and equipment by negotiating cost, delivery schedules, and terms with vendors.
- Follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
- Participate in project meetings to understand delivery schedules.
- Monitor the Purchasing Clerk to ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
- Meet daily with the Purchasing Manager and Purchasing Clerk to review delivery schedules, open purchase orders, and other pending items.
- Assist with various purchasing tasks as requested by the Purchasing Manager.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
