Purchasing Warehouse Jobs in Spring, TX (NOW HIRING)

A Materials Pickup & Purchasing Coordinator is a critical operations position for a landscape, pool, and outdoor living company. The role ensures crews have the right materials, at the right place, at the right time, while controlling costs and maintaining vendor relationships.

Here's a comprehensive job description:

Job Title

Materials Pickup & Purchasing Coordinator

Position Summary

The Materials Pickup & Purchasing Coordinator is responsible for ordering, purchasing, receiving, and delivering construction materials, equipment, and supplies to job sites. This position works closely with project managers, estimators, warehouse personnel, vendors, and field crews to ensure projects remain on schedule by maintaining efficient material flow and inventory.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Ordering

• Order materials, supplies, and equipment based on project schedules and purchase requests.

• Obtain pricing and negotiate with vendors to secure competitive costs.

• Verify orders for accuracy before purchasing.

• Monitor lead times and proactively communicate delays.

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships.

• Research new products and suppliers to improve quality and reduce costs.

Material Pickup & Delivery

• Pick up materials from suppliers and deliver them to job sites safely and efficiently.

• Verify quantities and inspect materials before accepting deliveries.

• Ensure materials arrive on time and in good condition.

• Secure and safely transport all loads according to DOT regulations.

Inventory & Warehouse

• Maintain inventory of commonly used materials.

• Track stock levels and reorder before shortages occur.

• Organize warehouse and storage areas.

• Perform routine inventory counts.

• Maintain accurate records of issued materials.

Project Support

• Coordinate material deliveries with project managers and field supervisors.

• Ensure crews receive the correct materials before work begins.

• Return unused materials for vendor credit when appropriate.

• Assist with emergency material runs during active construction.

Equipment & Vehicle

• Maintain company truck, trailer, and delivery equipment.

• Perform daily inspections.

• Report maintenance needs promptly.

• Keep vehicles clean and organized.

Documentation

• Maintain purchase orders and receipts.

• Match packing slips with purchase orders.

• Enter purchasing information into company software.

• Track vendor invoices for accounting.

• Document deliveries and material transfers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• 2+ years of purchasing, warehouse, construction, or material handling experience preferred.

• Valid Texas driver's license with clean driving record.

• Ability to tow trailers (preferred).

• Forklift experience (preferred).

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Jobber, QuickBooks, or similar software).

• Ability to lift 75+ pounds regularly.

Preferred Experience

• Landscape construction

• Swimming pool construction

• Irrigation

• Outdoor living construction

• Building materials

• Heavy equipment operation

• Vendor purchasing

Skills

• Excellent time management

• Strong attention to detail

• Problem-solving ability

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Cost-conscious decision making

• Customer service mindset

• Team-oriented attitude

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 75 pounds.

• Frequently load and unload materials.

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Walk job sites over uneven terrain.

• Climb in and out of trucks and trailers.

Performance Metrics

Success in this role will be measured by:

• On-time material deliveries

• Order accuracy

• Inventory accuracy

• Cost savings through purchasing

• Vendor relationship management

• Minimal crew downtime due to missing materials

• Vehicle and warehouse organization

• Timely completion of purchase orders and documentation

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, and proactive. They enjoy solving logistical challenges, communicating with vendors and crews, and take pride in keeping projects running smoothly. They understand that efficient purchasing and timely material delivery directly impact profitability and customer satisfaction.

For a growing landscape, pool, and outdoor living company, this position often becomes one of the most valuable operational roles because it keeps field crews productive while helping control material costs and project schedules.