Purchasing Administrator

Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Westside Building Materials is a building materials business owned and operated by an affiliate of Vulcan Materials Company, the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time.

We're Coming Back Together To Be Together

100% In Office & Onsite

At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where every voice is heard and everyone thrives.

We is seeking to hire a full-time Purchasing Administrator to assist our purchasing manager with daily requirements to cut PO's, confirm PO's and process the documents.

This position offers a competitive wage, a full benefits package, and a 401k plan. This position also offers a flexible schedule. If this sounds like the opportunity that you've been looking for, apply today!

What You'll Do:

• As a Purchasing Associate, you use your charisma and communication techniques as you talk to potential and existing vendors, internal managers and sales associates in person and over the phone. You verify pricing, shipping and anything required to secure our materials.
• Each time you process a PO you will maintain records and generate reports for others to follow up in their responsibilities. You are sure to meet deadlines for time-sensitive materials. You will backup the purchasing manager in their responsibilities.
• You take charge of challenging opportunities as they arise and provide resolutions to the discrepancies as they arise. You feel good about representing a company with a solid reputation and playing an important part in their success.

Skills You'll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Great computer / data entry skills
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Great problem-solving skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Excellent phone skills

Experience working with building materials, with concrete, or in the construction industry is preferred, but not required. We will train the right person!

What You'll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness and communication.

Safe. Industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets up apart is the work we do impacts daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Salary Range. The base salary range for this role is between $25.00 - $29.00 per hour. This range is not inclusive of our discretionary bonus or equity package. When determining a candidate's compensation, we consider a number of factors, including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

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