Purchasing Associate

Purchasing Associate – Plumbing Purchasing Associate

Lexington, South Carolina

Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000 depending on Experience

We are a family-owned and operated company with a strong commitment to our employees and clients. We are seeking a dedicated Purchasing Associate to join our team. As a Purchasing Associate, you will play a crucial role in sourcing and purchasing, vendor management, inventory oversight, order accuracy, and providing field support. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for growth within our company.

Does This Sound Like You?

• Detail-oriented and enjoy working with numbers, tracking orders, and ensuring every detail is accurate
• Strategic thinker that has an eye for finding cost-effective solutions and negotiating deals with suppliers
• Relationship builder that values strong connections with vendors and colleagues to ensure smooth workflows
• Supportive and resourceful when assisting field teams to ensure they have the right materials on time
• Tech-savvy with procurement tools, inventory software, and estimating programs
• Passionate about logistics and find fulfillment in managing crucial behind-the-scenes tasks that ensure seamless operations

The Experience We’d Love To See

• Prior experience in sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and managing purchase orders
• A history of building and maintaining partnerships with vendors and suppliers
• Familiarity with tracking stock levels, performing audits, and ensuring materials are available when needed
• Proficiency in tools like inventory management systems, purchasing software, or estimating programs
• A proven ability to handle multiple orders, timelines, and budgets without errors
• Strong written and verbal communication for coordinating with field teams and suppliers

What You’ll Get To Do

• You’ll be in charge of finding the best plumbing fixtures, tools, and supplies, ensuring quality and cost-efficiency
• Use your communication skills to negotiate prices and build strong relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Keep stock levels in check so that field teams have the materials they need when they need them
• Work closely with the warehouse and supervisors to address their material needs and solve supply-related issues quickly
• Handle purchase orders, quotes, and invoices, ensuring that everything is accurate and delivered on time
• Troubleshoot supply chain issues, like delivery delays or material shortages, to keep operations running smoothly
• Play a key part in improving workflows by streamlining the purchasing and inventory processes

Why You Want This Job

• You’d be a key player in ensuring plumbing projects run smoothly, directly contributing to their success
• The role offers a balance of technical knowledge, problem-solving, and communication, keeping your work engaging and varied
• You’d get to establish strong connections with vendors, suppliers, and field teams, fostering a collaborative work environment
• This role lets you shine by managing materials, inventory, and supply chains with your organization and efficiency skills
• It’s a great steppingstone to other roles in procurement, operations, or even plumbing project management
• There’s satisfaction in knowing you’re the one ensuring everyone has the tools and materials they need to succeed

This Position Offers

• A fast-growing industry with a rapidly expanding company
• Family friendly atmosphere
• Monday-Friday work week with weekly pay
• Health, prescription drug, vision, and dental insurance available
• Short and long-term disability as well as life insurance available
• Matching 401(k) and potential yearly holiday bonus
• Great Work-Life balance and Employee Assistance Program offered

Purchasing Associates are the backbone of smooth plumbing operations, responsible for managing the procurement and supply chain of materials and tools. They ensure that plumbing projects have everything required to run efficiently.

Interested in learning more? Please apply now to join our fanatical plumbing family!

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of purchasing processes, procurement best practices, and vendor management
• Familiarity with plumbing materials, fixtures, tools, and supplies (preferred but not required)
• Ability to read quotes, compare pricing, and evaluate supplier terms to ensure cost-effective decisions
• Comfortable working with procurement software, inventory management systems, spreadsheets, and estimating tools
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to track orders, manage timelines, and maintain accurate documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with vendors, warehouse teams, and field personnel

Experience

• Prior experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related roles
• Experience creating and managing purchase orders, reviewing invoices, and reconciling discrepancies
• Background in building and maintaining vendor relationships
• Experience managing inventory levels, conducting stock audits, or working with warehouse operations
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets simultaneously

Abilities & Attributes

• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to accuracy in recordkeeping, ordering, and vendor paperwork
• Analytical thinker with sound judgment for comparing bids, forecasting needs, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Able to work independently while also collaborating effectively with field teams and supervisors
• Resourceful problem-solver who stays calm under pressure—especially when addressing delivery delays or material shortages
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining steady workflows in a fast-paced environment
• Strong relationship-building skills with a customer-service mindset when supporting field and warehouse needs

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license (if occasional pick-ups or vendor visits are needed)
• Ability to lift or move boxes and materials as required for inventory tasks (typically 20–40 lbs)
• Willingness to learn plumbing terminology and product types if not already familiar
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel especially), Google Workspace, or similar tools