Purchasing Administrative Assistant

Purchasing Assistant – Lafayette, IN

Why Choose Huston Electric?

Huston Electric, a full-service electrical contractor serving customers throughout Indiana since 1939, is seeking a Purchasing Administrative Assistant at our Lafayette location. This individual must possess a strong work ethic and strong communication skills. We offer a competitive hourly wage of $18–$20/hour (based on experience) plus a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid vacation
• Paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Pension plan
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

This is a full-time, in-office role based in Lafayette with hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (1-hour lunch).

What You'll Do

In this role, you’ll support purchasing and project teams to ensure materials, documentation, and communication flow efficiently across projects of all sizes. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with purchasing materials and tracking orders for projects
• Supporting project kickoff and buyout processes as needed
• Preparing submittals, purchase orders, and procurement documentation
• Tracking long-lead materials and coordinating deliveries
• Managing subcontract documentation
• Maintaining purchasing systems, cost data, and records accurately
• Collaborating with project managers, field teams, and vendors to support successful project completion
• Communicating priorities clearly to internal stakeholders
• Assisting with shipping logistics and scheduling deliveries
• Participating in vendor trainings, industry events, and networking activities
• Performing administrative and data-entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency
• Supporting additional operational or administrative duties as assigned

Who We're Looking For

• Prior purchasing experience preferred, especially in construction or related industries
• Familiarity with electrical materials or willingness to learn quickly
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail and time-management skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Ready to Join Us?

If you're ready to embrace our core values and contribute to our team's success, we want to hear from you! But first, check out our website here to make sure we're a great fit for each other!

Simply reply to this post with your resume and references, and we'll be in touch to schedule interviews. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow with us at Huston Electric!

Huston Electric is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us and be part of a team that values safety, service, ownership, leadership, and relationships above all else!

**Note:** Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team.