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Purchasing Assistant
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Purchasing Assistant to manage the procurement of materials and services for construction projects, including quotations, purchase orders, and supplier follow-up.
Key Highlights:
1. Support the procurement of materials, tools, equipment, and services.
2. Prepare efficient quotations, comparative analyses, and purchase orders.
3. Collaborate in negotiations and follow up with suppliers.
A growing construction company is looking for a **Purchasing Assistant** to support the procurement of materials, tools, equipment, and services required for construction projects. The candidate will be responsible for preparing quotations, comparative analyses, purchase orders, and tracking suppliers to ensure optimal timelines for assigned projects.
**Responsibilities**
* Request quotations for construction materials, hardware, tools, machinery rentals, and construction-related services.
* Prepare price comparisons and recommend the best cost–benefit option.
* Generate purchase orders and track deliveries to construction sites.
* Verify inventory levels and coordinate with the warehouse for urgent supplies.
* Monitor delays, shortages, or changes in orders.
* Update and organize the database of reliable suppliers.
* Support price and purchasing condition negotiations.
* Review invoices and delivery notes, verifying them against purchase orders.
* Prepare weekly procurement and savings reports.
* Provide support to multiple construction projects simultaneously.
**Requirements**
* Bachelor’s degree in Administration, Logistics, Construction, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
* 3 years of experience in the **purchasing department of a construction company** (preferred).
* Knowledge of construction materials, hardware, and sector-specific suppliers.
* Intermediate Excel skills (tables, filters, formatting).
* Ability to interpret construction blueprints for material validation.
* Knowledge of construction budgeting.
* Ability to handle multiple requirements simultaneously.
* Negotiation and follow-up skills.
* Proactive attitude and strong sense of urgency.
**Competencies**
* Organization and document control.
* Effective communication with construction sites, warehouses, and suppliers.
* Working under pressure and managing priorities.
* Results-oriented mindset.
* Honesty and accountability.
**How to Apply**
Apply through this platform and attach your updated CV.
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: $16,000.00 – $18,000.00 per month
Workplace: On-site
Revolución N. 1089, Arquitos, 31205 Chihuahua, Chih., Mexico
$MXN 16,000-18,000/year
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