Purchasing Assistant

2 weeks ago

Saint Gabriel, Louisiana, United States OHMSTEDE Full time $45,000 - $65,000 per year

About Us:

Ohmstede Ltd. an EMCOR Company is the largest manufacturer of shell and tube heat exchangers in the United States. We offer our clients fully integrated turnaround, specialty maintenance, and heat exchanger fabrication via our state-of-the-art repair and fabrication facilities. Through the years, we've earned our customers' trust and a reputation for expert quality service, accountability, and for being a single point of responsibility on all the projects we manage - regardless of project size or tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Purchasing Department with daily procurement activities.
  • Process purchase orders, requisitions, and vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintain and update vendor files, databases, contracts, and price lists.
  • Communicate with vendors and internal teams to ensure correct specifications, confirm order status, on-time delivery timelines, and resolve discrepancies.
  • Monitor inventory levels and assist in replenishment of materials and supplies to avoid shortages, overstock or obsolete materials.
  • Support cost-saving initiatives by comparing pricing, negotiating terms, and evaluating suppliers.
  • Generate and maintain purchasing reports and documentation on spending, pending orders, vendor performance and inventory metrics for compliance and audits.
  • Collaborate with receiving, operations, and accounting departments to align purchasing needs with company objectives.
  • Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and quality requirements.
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the purchasing/supply chain department.

Qualifications and Skills:

  • High School diploma required, associate's degree or coursework in business, supply chain, procurement or related field preferred.
  • Work Experience: 1-3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory or administrative support role in a related environment (manufacturing, industrial services, etc.)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with purchasing software or ERP systems preferred.
  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with vendors and cross-functional teams.
  • Basic math skills to calculate pricing, discounts, freight, etc.
  • Ability to prioritize competing tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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EMCOR Group and its companies do not reach out to individuals to help with marketing or other similar services. If an individual is contacted for services outside of EMCOR's normal application process – it is probably fraudulent

Experience

Preferred

  • 1 - 3 years: Purchasing, procurement, inventory or administrative support role in a related environment (manufacturing, industrial services, etc.)
Education

Preferred

  • High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer

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