Purchasing Administrative Assistant

curtislumber· Assist with projects on an as needed bases
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📍 Ballston Spa, NY, USFULL TIME💰 USD 27–30/yr

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Build Your Career with Curtis Lumber!

 

Founded in 1890, Curtis Lumber is a family owned and operated building materials retailer, one of 100 largest and fastest-growing in the nation. Our employees enjoy competitive pay and excellent benefits coupled with ideal business hours allowing for a healthy work life balance. We recognize our employees hard work and dedication are the driving force of our success, and we continually look for ways to reward them.

 

 Curtis Lumber’s Purchasing Administrative Assistant performs daily and weekly administrative responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner. They will also provide administrative support to the Director of Purchasing, Purchasing Manager and the Buyers as needed.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Customer Service

  • Acknowledge and assist internal and external customers in a timely and professional manner
  • Handle telephone and electronic inquiries efficiently and effectively
  • Identify the needs and provide the appropriate level of assistance
  • Effectively research and resolve complaints and conflicts

Executive Administrative Support

  • Reconcile American Express statement
  • Coordinate and manage project based needs of the department
  • Assist with projects on an as needed bases

Administrative

  • Review and maintain department time cards
  • Act as a liaison between Corporate departments
  • Maintain and audit vendor rebates
  • Maintain contractor pricing for large builders
  • Monitor and apply price changes as needed
  • Coordinate corporate travel arrangements
  • Process price level requests from the Directors
  • Coordinate LMC and Orgill show buys

Buyer Administrative Support

  • Provide support to other department members as needed
  • Item maintenance
  • Work directly with vendors and sales representatives as needed

Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

  • Education/Experience: College degree preferred but not required, with a minimum of 3-5 years office/business management.
  • Language Ability: Effective communication and negotiation skills both verbally and in writing.
  • Math Ability: Advanced math skills.
  • Reasoning Ability: Ability to use sound judgment and problem solving skills in order to analyze needs and to recommend the proper course of action. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in both written and oral form.
  • Computer Skills: Proficient keyboard and computer skills including Microsoft office and other Company and discipline specific software applications. With an emphasis on Excel, Access, and Outlook.
  • Certificates and License: None are required.

 

If you are ready to Build your Career, apply now to connect with our Recruitment team today!

 

PERKS FOR OUR PEOPLE!

Comprehensive Benefit Package - Medical, Dental, Vision Competitive Wages 401k with Company Match Ideal Retail Hours Paid Holidays & PTO Bereavement Pay Profit Sharing 529 College Savings Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Boot Reimbursement Employee Discount Community Events Employee Referral Program

 

Email us: employment@curtislumber.com

Facebook: @curtislumbercareers

YouTube: @curtislumbercareers

https://www.curtislumber.com/employment/

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Purchasing Administrative Assistant role at curtislumber?
The listed salary for this Purchasing Administrative Assistant position at curtislumber is USD 27–30/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Purchasing Administrative Assistant position at curtislumber located?
This Purchasing Administrative Assistant role at curtislumber is based in Ballston Spa, NY, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Purchasing Administrative Assistant role at curtislumber full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Purchasing Administrative Assistant role in the Assist with projects on an as needed bases department at curtislumber.
Which team or department does the Purchasing Administrative Assistant at curtislumber belong to?
This Purchasing Administrative Assistant position is part of the Assist with projects on an as needed bases department at curtislumber. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Purchasing Administrative Assistant position at curtislumber?
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When was the Purchasing Administrative Assistant job at curtislumber posted?
This Purchasing Administrative Assistant position at curtislumber was posted on Jul 28, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Purchasing Administrative Assistant
curtislumber · 💰 USD 27–30/yr
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