McCord Group Recruiting Solutions · 18 hours ago
Assistant Purchasing Agent
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
1+ years expMcCord Group Recruiting Solutions is seeking an Assistant Purchasing Agent to support their purchasing department for commercial electrical construction projects. The role involves coordinating material orders, tracking deliveries, and assisting with vendor communications to ensure timely and accurate material supply for projects.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Derrick Buddemeyer
Responsibilities
Assist with purchasing electrical materials, equipment, and supplies for commercial projects
Review material takeoffs, drawings, and specifications to support accurate ordering
Prepare and issue purchase orders under the direction of the Purchasing Manager
Track order status, lead times, and deliveries to job sites and warehouses
Communicate with vendors regarding pricing, availability, backorders, and delivery changes
Coordinate with project teams to resolve material shortages or discrepancies
Maintain purchasing records, vendor documentation, and order logs
Assist with returns, credits, and warranty claims
Support inventory control and warehouse coordination
Help identify cost savings and preferred vendor opportunities
Qualification
Required
1–3 years of experience in construction purchasing, electrical supply, or related field
Ability to read construction plans and material schedules (training provided if needed)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and follow-up skills
Preferred
Basic knowledge of commercial electrical materials and terminology preferred
Experience with a commercial electrical contractor or electrical distributor
Familiarity with NEC standards and common electrical components
Experience coordinating materials for multiple active job sites
Experience with ERP or construction management software preferred
Benefits
Discretionary Bonus
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Company
McCord Group Recruiting Solutions
The McCord Group mission is to be a leader in staffing by continuously developing relationships with new companies while maintaining positive relationships with existing ones.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase