Job Description

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Job Title: Assistant Purchaser – Commercial Construction

Location: Brea, CA

mployment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

A well-established commercial construction company is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Assistant Purchaser to support procurement activities for ongoing construction projects. This role assists with purchasing materials, equipment, and services while maintaining accurate records, supporting vendor relationships, and ensuring timely deliveries to meet project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with purchasing materials, equipment, and supplies for commercial construction projects
• Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with project requirements and budgets
• Track material orders, deliveries, and backorders to ensure jobsite schedules are met
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and vendors regarding material needs
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing, and vendor documentation
• Assist with invoice review and matching against purchase orders and delivery tickets
• Communicate with suppliers to resolve pricing discrepancies or delivery issues
• Support vendor sourcing and maintain supplier relationships
• Ensure compliance with company policies and project specifications

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or construction administration preferred
• Prior experience in commercial construction or related industry strongly preferred
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchasing or ERP software
• Ability to read basic construction plans and specifications is a plus
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through skills

Offering

• Competitive hourly rate or salary based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Stable workload with long-term growth opportunities
• Supportive team environment with room for advancement

Ideal Candidate

A proactive team player who is detail-driven, dependable, and eager to grow within a commercial construction environment while supporting efficient and cost-effective purchasing operations.

Please send resumes to Jennifer.Waggoner@gogpac.com or call directly at 605-370-5534.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.