Associate Purchasing Specialist

Associate Purchasing Specialist

OES Equipment, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is a fast-paced supply and rental equipment company in the construction industry seeking an associate purchasing specialist to support purchasing activities to meet branch, project, and operational material needs. They will assist with purchase order processing, inventory tracking, and vendor coordination to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment. They will maintain purchasing records and supports data accuracy across systems.

The associate purchasing specialist will collaborate with internal stakeholders to address routine purchasing requests and support operational continuity. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:

• Process purchase orders, transfers, and invoices to support operational purchasing requirements.
• Track inventory levels and support replenishment activities based on established guidelines.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather purchasing requirements and address routine inquiries.
• Communicate with vendors to support order placement, status updates, and issue resolution.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation, and system data.
• Assist with reporting and data collection related to purchasing activities and inventory levels.
• Support purchasing workflow processes and system utilization.
• Ability to work across multiple time zones and travel as needed.

Required skills and abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and well organized.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in both a team environment and independently.
• Positive interpersonal skills with a "can-do" attitude.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, procurement, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 0–2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain operations, or a related field required.
• Construction supply and equipment industry knowledge a plus.
• Experience with Rental Man and Coupa a plus.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.