Entry-Level Purchasing Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Way Engineering is a family-owned and operated mechanical contractor based in Houston, Texas. We specialize in commercial air conditioning, plumbing, piping, and the maintenance of these systems. As a leader in design-build / design-assist, preconstruction, commissioning, building information modeling (BIM), and quality control, Way Engineering continues to deliver high-quality solutions across the industry.

Responsibilities

• Begin with approximately one year of training rotations in our Mechanical Shop to learn construction terminology, takeoffs, measurements, and gain a full understanding of the scope of equipment and materials ordered by the Purchasing Department
• Perform accurate and timely data entry
• Monitor purchasing needs and inventory levels
• Track orders from placement through delivery
• Update internal systems with order details, including dates, vendors, quantities, and pricing
• Follow up with suppliers to confirm or adjust orders as necessary
• Compare deliveries with purchase orders and report discrepancies
• Address and escalate purchasing errors promptly
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure product quality and accuracy
• Cross-reference incoming deliveries with purchase documentation

Qualifications

Perks of the Trade