Purchasing Clerk / Procurement Assistant
$ 23 - $ 27 / Hour
Procurement & Supply Chain
Job Title: Purchasing Clerk / Procurement Assistant
Location: Houston area, Texas
Job Type: Contract
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $23.00 – $27.00/hr (DOE)
LHH is proactively seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Purchasing Clerk / Procurement Assistant to join our client’s team on a contract basis in the Houston area. This role will support daily procurement and purchasing operations by processing purchase orders, coordinating with vendors, tracking deliveries, and maintaining accurate purchasing documentation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills.
Position Overview
As a Purchasing Clerk / Procurement Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the procurement lifecycle—from requisition to delivery—while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely fulfillment of materials and services. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support smooth purchasing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Education:
If you’re a reliable and detail-driven procurement professional who enjoys supporting purchasing operations and keeping processes running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!
Pay Details: $23.00 to $27.00 per hour
Search managed by: Laarnie Thompson
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The 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:
Location: Houston area, Texas
Job Type: Contract
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Pay Rate: $23.00 – $27.00/hr (DOE)
LHH is proactively seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Purchasing Clerk / Procurement Assistant to join our client’s team on a contract basis in the Houston area. This role will support daily procurement and purchasing operations by processing purchase orders, coordinating with vendors, tracking deliveries, and maintaining accurate purchasing documentation. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills.
Position Overview
As a Purchasing Clerk / Procurement Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the procurement lifecycle—from requisition to delivery—while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely fulfillment of materials and services. This role works closely with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support smooth purchasing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation, processing, and tracking of purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, delivery schedules, and order status.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, including purchase orders, contracts, invoices, and vendor documentation.
- Verify order confirmations, receipts, and invoices; resolve discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, or deliveries.
- Support vendor onboarding and maintain up-to-date supplier information in procurement systems.
- Coordinate with internal departments (operations, finance, accounting, and logistics) to ensure purchasing needs are met.
- Track open orders and proactively follow up on late or incomplete deliveries.
- Assist with inventory-related activities, including confirming quantities and delivery timelines.
- Enter and maintain accurate data in ERP/procurement systems and Excel-based tracking tools.
- Support audits, reporting, and special procurement projects as needed.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within the purchasing and procurement function.
Qualifications:
Education:
- High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or an administrative support role within a corporate environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Experience with ERP or procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail with high accuracy in data entry and documentation.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills when interacting with vendors and internal teams.
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to identify and escalate issues appropriately.
- Team-oriented with a customer-service approach to internal stakeholders.
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
- Opportunity to support critical procurement operations for a reputable organization.
- Collaborative and professional work environment.
- Potential for contract extension or permanent hire based on performance and business needs.
If you’re a reliable and detail-driven procurement professional who enjoys supporting purchasing operations and keeping processes running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!
Pay Details: $23.00 to $27.00 per hour
Search managed by: Laarnie Thompson
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The 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 Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts 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.
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