Purchasing Assistant

Job Description Purchasing Assistant / Procurement Clerk (Direct Hire) Location: On-site - Northwest Houston, TX 77070 Schedule: Monday-Friday Employment Type: Direct Hire Salary Range: $45,000 - $65,000 per year Bonus: ~10% annual bonus Position Overview LHH is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Purchasing Assistant / Procurement Clerk to support procurement operations in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. This role provides dedicated, high-volume data entry support for procurement records during an active software/ERP transition, ensuring purchasing data is accurate, current, and reliable. This is not mindless data entry. The role requires accuracy, consistency, and critical thinking. Procurement data entered in this position is relied upon by senior leadership and executives for decision-making. The primary goal of this role is to free up the current procurement team to focus on execution and technical work by owning the transactional accuracy behind procurement records. Core Purpose of the Role Dedicated support for high-volume procurement data entryPrimary focus on: Purchase Orders (POs)Subcontracts / AIA contractsOngoing system data updates during a software / ERP transitionMaintain clean, accurate, and up-to-date procurement data relied upon by leadershipKey Responsibilities Enter, validate, and maintain purchase orders, subcontracts, and contract records with a high level of accuracyReview procurement records for completeness, proper coding, pricing, and supporting documentationMaintain clean and accurate system data throughout ERP/software transition activitiesIdentify missing information, discrepancies, or duplicate entries before they impact operationsWork internally with project managers and team leads to clarify data issuesTrack and update procurement records, revisions, and approvalsMaintain organized, audit-ready procurement documentationSupport procurement and accounting teams with administrative and transactional tasks as neededMust-Have Skills and Experience Strong data entry skills with a focus on accuracyAbility to maintain clean, reliable, up-to-date system dataERP / systems exposure Current system environment includes Autodesk (Cost Module)Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially ExcelComputer-savvy and able to work independentlyStrong internal communication skills Works with project managers and internal team leadsNot a vendor-facing roleIdeal Candidate Profile Early Career / Entry-Level 1-3 years of experience or strong internship backgroundDegree preferred (supply chain, procurement, business), not requiredMotivated to build a long-term career in procurementCoachable, growth-oriented, and eager to learnLightly Experienced Procurement Candidate Prior procurement or data-heavy experience (any industry)Construction experience not required if the candidate has: Strong ERP/system experienceProcess-driven, accuracy-focused backgroundIndustry Preference (Nice to Have) Construction or similar project-based environmentExposure to equipment or material procurement Electrical, mechanical, or similar disciplinesSoft Skills That Matter Most Highly detail-oriented and accuracy-drivenSelf-sufficient and able to work without constant oversightDiligent, focused, and able to maintain sustained attention to detailComfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume, heads-down environmentCompensation and Value Proposition Base Salary: $45,000 - $65,000Bonus: ~10% annual bonus (paid in May)Benefits: Strong healthcare coverage (family included)Career Growth: Path into procurement rolesLong-term procurement management trackHow to Apply If you're interested in this Purchasing Assistant / Procurement Clerk opportunity and enjoy detail-driven, high-impact transactional work, apply today for immediate considerationPay Details: $45,000.00 to $65,000.00 per yearSearch managed by: Laarnie ThompsonEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate -privacyThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.