Purchasing Assistant

Overview

Assist purchasing operations, manage PO creation, logistics, inventory, and vendor coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• po creation
• tool tracking
• inventory management
• rental coordination
• cost reporting
• data management

Tasks

Participates in and tracks minutes for department meetings Assists in streamlining processes and efficiencies Responsible for answering the shipping/logistics phone line Data management for Purchasing and the Shop Point of Contact for internal purchasing and tool tracking software Assist with inventory management (includes traveling to job sites) Creation of POs, MRs and CMs Assists with tracking monthly cost/activity reports Manages internal job site rental forms Resolving issues with deliveries and vendor errors/ issues Pull reports, creates comparison sheets for rental rates/quotes and orders material reports from jobs Assists with entering costs on POs/ Monitors missed costs and updates on POs Assists with ordering rental equipment Coordinates directly with rental companies to call off assets Tracks down POs and POCs on site for deliveries and answers questions on delivery hours Record Shop Orders/materials from internal shop stock as billable costs for accounting Assist the Accounts Payable department as needed Assist the shop as needed

Requirements

• microsoft excel
• microsoft suite
• customer service
• communication
• problem solving
• self‑starter

What You Bring

Ability to build efficient working relationships with project teams Professional in interacting with people at all levels Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Punctual, courteous, organized and customer service oriented. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail oriented, excellent organizational and planning skills Self-starter, able to work without supervision -Ability to work in fast-paced environment -Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Suite (Required) -Excellent customer service skills -Excellent communication skills

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Benefits

Pay Range: Negotiable

About Andy J. Egan Co.

-Operates as a full-service firm offering design, fabrication, HVAC, controls, and 24/7 service. -Works across sectors including commercial buildings, industrial plants, and institutional facilities. -Pioneers in construction technology, leveraging BIM, 3D coordination, and virtual design for precision and efficiency. -Acquired a 3D laser-scanning firm to enhance reality-capture capabilities and modeling services. -Typical projects include airport rental-car facilities, aseptic manufacturing plants, and tribal casinos. -Operates multiple offices across West Michigan to stay close to clients. -Family-led leadership blends traditional craftsmanship with modern engineering expertise. -Distinct for single-source delivery: engineering, fabrication, installation, and ongoing controls service all under one roof.

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