Purchasing Clerk

  Job ID:  519380

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH company, would like to welcome you to one of the finest construction companies in Kentucky. Hinkle operates one of Kentucky’s most extensive networks of state-of-the-art asphalt paving and production supply facilities. Hinkle is committed to producing and providing our customers quality materials and service. Hinkle is a company whose reputation for quality work dates to 1942 with a strong reputation, strong community ties and a commitment to their employees that is unmatched in the industry. Hinkle employs more than 400 employees during the construction months. With multiple locations throughout central, eastern, and southern Kentucky, Hinkle prides itself on its ability to provide a multitude of services to many customers in various geographical locations. In addition, by being a part of the CRH family, we are a proud reflection of the hundreds of family businesses, local and regional companies and mid to large sized enterprises that come together to form CRH.  CRH is the leading building materials business in the world, employing 73,000 people at 3,155 locations in 29 countries. CRH is the largest building materials business in both North America and Europe, and we also have regional positions in Asia. We manufacture and supply a diverse range of integrated building materials, products, and innovative end-to-end solutions, which can be found throughout the built environment, from major public infrastructure projects to commercial buildings and residential homes. CRH operates with a decentralized, diversified structure, letting you work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large enterprise.

Hinkle Contracting Company has an immediate opening for a Purchasing Clerk.  This position includes assisting the Purchasing Specialist with all duties as assigned. This position will report directly to the Purchasing Specialist. This position could be based in Paris or Lexington and/or may split time between these offices.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform computer entries
• Type purchasing orders
• Stocking duties
• Pricing duties
• Perform ordering tasks
• Issuing & receiving purchase orders
• Data entry
• Scheduling hotel reservations for field employees when necessary
• Follow up on shipments to ensure goods or service are delivered
• Responsible to assure all documentation is received to assist accounts payable
• Work closely with accounts payable regarding supplier and vendor invoices
• Maintaining and compiling purchase report
• Type, mail and send faxes for supervisor
• All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate with 3-5 years’ work experience in similar position, or 2 year associates degree
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all organization levels, including senior management

• Experience within the construction industry strongly preferred

• Knowledge of clerical and administrative procedures
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
• Excellent communication skills and professional personal presentation
• Organizing; planning, and customer service orientation
• Great attention to detail and stress tolerance
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft products preferred
• Excellent communication skills and professional personal presentation
• Excellent organizing; planning, and customer service orientation
• Great attention to detail and stress tolerance
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft products preferred
• Must be willing to work weekends and extended hours

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check
• Pass a pre-employment “Fit for Work” physical
• Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 Immigration documen
• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors and the general public at all times
• Report to work at the designated start time
• Be able to work overtime when required
• Strictly adhere to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Have the willingness to work in a team environment and assist co–workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Hinkle Contracting, LLC, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability