Purchasing Assistant

QXO
  • Winter Haven, Florida
  • Full-time
6 days ago

Job Description

Overview:

QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.

What you will do::

Purchasing & Inventory Management

  • Monitor inventory levels and assist with purchasing decisions to support business needs
  • Prepare, process, and track purchase orders
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records, including transactions, orders, receipts, and payments
  • Assist with inventory planning and identify potential supply shortages or purchasing opportunities

Supplier & Logistics Coordination

  • Coordinate and verify delivery schedules to ensure materials arrive as expected
  • Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve order, delivery, and product availability issues
  • Assist with tracking orders and managing logistics related to inventory
  • Build positive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Reporting & Market Research

  • Prepare and submit reports on purchasing activities, inventory, and supplier performance
  • Monitor market trends, product availability, pricing, and emerging technologies
  • Maintain accurate procurement documentation and support compliance with applicable company policies, laws, and regulations

Technology & Process Improvement

  • Utilize Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint, to support purchasing operations
  • Develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets, macros, and automated workflows using Power Automate
  • Design, update, and maintain SharePoint sites supporting procurement processes and information sharing
  • Identify opportunities to improve purchasing workflows, reporting, and department efficiency
  • Support additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Purchasing Manager
What you will bring::
  • No prior purchasing or procurement experience required; we are willing to train the right candidate
  • Some experience in business administration, office support, business management, or a related field
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A customer-focused mindset and the ability to build positive working relationships
  • Strong time-management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team
  • Interest in learning new technologies, improving processes, and developing business skills
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; willingness to learn Excel automation, Power Automate, and SharePoint
  • Ability to comply with applicable company policies and safety requirements

Work Environment & Requirements

  • Light travel between locations across Central Florida
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds when needed
  • Mileage reimbursement for eligible business travel
What you will earn::
  • 401(k) with employer match 
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
  • PTO, company holidays, and parental leave 
  • Paid training and certifications 
  • Legal assistance and identity protection 
  • Pet insurance 
  • Employee assistance program (EAP) 

 

Benefits for union‑represented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits. 

 

QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. 

Numbers & Facts

LocationWinter Haven, Florida
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Administrative Skillsunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Business Administrationunmatched
  • Business Developmentunmatched
  • Business Skillsunmatched
  • Business Supportunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Corporate Complianceunmatched
  • Corporate Lawunmatched
  • Corporate Policiesunmatched
  • Customer Experienceunmatched
  • Customer Relationsunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
  • Inventory Levelsunmatched
  • Inventory Managementunmatched
  • Inventory Planningunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Logistics Managementunmatched
  • Microsoft Excelunmatched
  • Microsoft Officeunmatched
  • Microsoft Outlookunmatched
  • Microsoft Product Familyunmatched
  • Microsoft SharePointunmatched
  • Multitaskingunmatched
  • Operational Supportunmatched
  • Order Deliveryunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Procurement Managementunmatched
  • Product Developmentunmatched
  • Purchase Ordersunmatched
  • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
  • Record Keepingunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Roofingunmatched
  • Safety Trainingunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Support Documentationunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Waterproofingunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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