Procurement & Shop Assistant

Job Summary The Procurement & Shop Assistant owns the flow of material from purchase to jobsite: materials are purchased correctly, received correctly, stored correctly, staged correctly, delivered correctly, and charged to the correct job. Success in this role means field crews spend less time looking for material, waiting on material, or making supplier runs. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Vendor Management Purchase plumbing materials for service calls and new-construction projects from work orders, takeoffs/BOMs, and job priorities Source products and coordinate pricing, lead times, substitutions, and will-call pickups with local and national suppliers Verify material specs and compatibility across all pipe and fitting types (PVC/CPVC, copper, PEX, cast iron, steel) — size, schedule, end connection, and pressure/temperature ratings Process returns, credits, and warranty items; follow up on backorders and long-lead items Receiving & Inventory Receive and inspect inbound deliveries; match packing slips to POs and report shortages or damage for quick correction Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, min/max levels, and variance investigation; track high-use parts and critical spares Document transfers and receipts to support job costing and accurate billing Staging & Deliveries Kit, label, and stage material by project and phase (rough-in, top-out, trim) and build service-truck restock packs Pick, pack, and deliver material to job sites; coordinate drop locations, delivery windows, and documentation with foremen and technicians Communicate material issues and potential shortages to project managers before they stop work Shop, Tools & Facilities Maintain an organized, clean, inspection-ready warehouse and yard Manage the tool room: check-in/check-out tracking, Shelton ID marking, and proper storage of all company tools Inspect and maintain delivery vehicles, forklifts, and warehouse equipment; report maintenance needs Follow safe lifting and material-handling procedures; correct unsafe conditions immediately Required Qualifications Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities Reliable attendance and valid driver's license Ability to safely lift and move plumbing materials Basic computer skills; clear communication with field and office personnel Preferred Qualifications Plumbing, construction, warehouse, purchasing, or inventory management experience Knowledge of plumbing materials and fittings Experience with ServiceTitan, QuickBooks, or Microsoft Office Forklift certification and vendor relationship experience Physical Requirements Standing, walking, bending, climbing, lifting, loading/unloading materials, and operating warehouse equipment, indoors and outdoors. Compensation & Benefits Hourly pay based on experience (see pay range above) Overtime opportunities Health, dental, vision insurance Paid time off and holidays 401K Career Advancement Strong performers in this role may have the opportunity to grow into the Procurement & Shop Manager position as openings become available. We support development through mentoring and cross-training, and advancement depends on performance, initiative, and business needs. Success in This Position A successful Procurement & Shop Assistant takes ownership of the material process end to end and continually improves it. The measure is simple: field employees spend their time installing, not chasing material. We are looking for growth in this position to move into the Procurement & Shop Manager. This job description provides a high-level view of job duties. Shelton Plumbing reserves the right to assign additional duties as business needs require. Pay: $18.00 - $28.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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