Purchasing Administrative Assistant

Huston Electric • Lafayette, IN

6d • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Huston Electric, a full-service electrical contractor serving customers throughout Indiana since 1939, is seeking a Purchasing Administrative Assistant at our Lafayette location. This individual must possess a strong work ethic and strong communication skills. We offer a competitive hourly wage of $18–$20/hour (based on experience) plus a comprehensive benefits package including: Paid vacation Paid company holidays 401(k) with company match Pension plan Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance This is a full-time, in-office role based in Lafayette with hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (1-hour lunch). In this role, you’ll support purchasing and project teams to ensure materials, documentation, and communication flow efficiently across projects of all sizes.

Requirements

• Prior purchasing experience preferred, especially in construction or related industries
• Familiarity with electrical materials or willingness to learn quickly
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Responsibilities

• Assisting with purchasing materials and tracking orders for projects
• Supporting project kickoff and buyout processes as needed
• Preparing submittals, purchase orders, and procurement documentation
• Tracking long-lead materials and coordinating deliveries
• Managing subcontract documentation
• Maintaining purchasing systems, cost data, and records accurately
• Collaborating with project managers, field teams, and vendors to support successful project completion
• Communicating priorities clearly to internal stakeholders
• Assisting with shipping logistics and scheduling deliveries
• Participating in vendor trainings, industry events, and networking activities
• Performing administrative and data-entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Supporting additional operational or administrative duties as assigned

Benefits

• Paid vacation
• Paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed