Entry Level Purchasing Trainee

MCCORVEY COMPANIES•Houston, TX

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Way Engineering is a family-owned and operated mechanical contractor based in Houston, Texas. We specialize in commercial air conditioning, plumbing, piping, and the maintenance of these systems. As a leader in design-build/design-assist, preconstruction, commissioning, building information modeling (BIM), and quality control, Way Engineering continues to deliver high-quality solutions across the industry.

Requirements

Strong organizational and time management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Professional and positive demeanor
Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently
Basic understanding of supply chain procedures
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Experience with Excel and working within internal databases

Nice To Haves

Previous administrative or purchasing experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Begin with approximately one year of training rotations in our Mechanical Shop to learn construction terminology, takeoffs, measurements, and gain a full understanding of the scope of equipment and materials ordered by the Purchasing Department
Perform accurate and timely data entry
Monitor purchasing needs and inventory levels
Track orders from placement through delivery
Update internal systems with order details, including dates, vendors, quantities, and pricing
Follow up with suppliers to confirm or adjust orders as necessary
Compare deliveries with purchase orders and report discrepancies
Address and escalate purchasing errors promptly
Coordinate with vendors to ensure product quality and accuracy
Cross-reference incoming deliveries with purchase documentation