JHKelly, LLC
to join our
Field SupportTeam
inLongview, WA
About Us Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly, LLC is a fourth-generation family-owned construction company and a recognized industry leader. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, Washington, and Milwaukie, Oregon, we specialize in commercial and heavy industrial projects. Our exceptional team, honored with national safety and quality control awards, thrives in a dynamic and family-oriented work environment. Explore our legacy, projects, and opportunities at https://www.jhkelly.com/
Summary This position will begin as a contract role with the potential to transition into a permanent position with JH Kelly. The Junior Buyer plays a critical support role in the procurement process for tools, equipment, and materials used in daily operations. This entry-level position is designed for someone early in their supply chain career who is eager to learn and contribute. The Junior Buyer assists in vendor setup, purchase order processing, delivery tracking, and resolution of order issues. This role collaborates closely with the buying team, warehouse, field teams, accounting, and vendors to ensure timely and accurate purchasing activity. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and proactive communicators with a desire to grow within a fast-paced warehouse and logistics environment.
Salary Range $20-$25 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible).
Key Responsibilities
Assist in setting up new vendors, ensuring accurate account and contact information, payment terms, and classifications.
Support Buyers by gathering necessary information for placing orders, such as specifications, quantities, and pricing.
Issue and track purchase orders for tools, materials, and supplies, ensuring accuracy and documentation completeness.
Communicate delivery timelines and updates to warehouse, field staff, and operations teams.
Monitor deliveries to ensure timely arrival; follow up with vendors on backorders, shortages, or shipment issues.
Support invoice matching and assist Accounts Payable in resolving PO discrepancies.
Assist with vendor quote tracking and price comparisons.
Maintain up-to-date procurement records, logs, and status reports.
Help address product returns, replacements, or warranty issues in coordination with vendors.
Contribute to improving vendor performance and delivery consistency.
Build strong working relationships with warehouse team members and field technicians.
Provide general administrative support to the Supply Chain and Buying team.
Take initiative on tasks that improve purchasing efficiency or vendor service.
Relationships
Maintain proactive and positive relationships within the crafts, including shop and field craft personnel.
Foster positive relationships with customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, IT, and all project teams.
Experience / Qualifications
An associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, or related experience.
Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a purchasing, warehouse, or administrative support role.
Preferred: Experience supporting buyers or procurement activities.
Preferred: Familiarity with construction tools, parts, or material categories.
Preferred: Experience with purchase orders, shipping paperwork, or vendor coordination.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
Necessary Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and data accuracy.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Eagerness to learn purchasing processes and industry-specific terminology.
Professional, positive attitude with a focus on collaboration.
Ability to maintain clear documentation and support basic reporting tasks.
Strong follow-up skills and a proactive mindset.
Willingness to assist other departments and take on new tasks as needed.
Physical Requirements This office-based role requires the ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, performing repetitive tasks such as typing and using a mouse. Candidates must have good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling office equipment and documents weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching are necessary, including movement through warehouse spaces as needed.
The ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, is essential. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Why Join JH Kelly?
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Career growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization.
A commitment to innovation and excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Join us on this exciting journey! Apply now and become a part of the JH Kelly legacy.
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Field SupportTeam
inLongview, WA
About Us Celebrating over a century of excellence, JH Kelly, LLC is a fourth-generation family-owned construction company and a recognized industry leader. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, Washington, and Milwaukie, Oregon, we specialize in commercial and heavy industrial projects. Our exceptional team, honored with national safety and quality control awards, thrives in a dynamic and family-oriented work environment. Explore our legacy, projects, and opportunities at https://www.jhkelly.com/
Summary This position will begin as a contract role with the potential to transition into a permanent position with JH Kelly. The Junior Buyer plays a critical support role in the procurement process for tools, equipment, and materials used in daily operations. This entry-level position is designed for someone early in their supply chain career who is eager to learn and contribute. The Junior Buyer assists in vendor setup, purchase order processing, delivery tracking, and resolution of order issues. This role collaborates closely with the buying team, warehouse, field teams, accounting, and vendors to ensure timely and accurate purchasing activity. Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, and proactive communicators with a desire to grow within a fast-paced warehouse and logistics environment.
Salary Range $20-$25 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible).
Key Responsibilities
Assist in setting up new vendors, ensuring accurate account and contact information, payment terms, and classifications.
Support Buyers by gathering necessary information for placing orders, such as specifications, quantities, and pricing.
Issue and track purchase orders for tools, materials, and supplies, ensuring accuracy and documentation completeness.
Communicate delivery timelines and updates to warehouse, field staff, and operations teams.
Monitor deliveries to ensure timely arrival; follow up with vendors on backorders, shortages, or shipment issues.
Support invoice matching and assist Accounts Payable in resolving PO discrepancies.
Assist with vendor quote tracking and price comparisons.
Maintain up-to-date procurement records, logs, and status reports.
Help address product returns, replacements, or warranty issues in coordination with vendors.
Contribute to improving vendor performance and delivery consistency.
Build strong working relationships with warehouse team members and field technicians.
Provide general administrative support to the Supply Chain and Buying team.
Take initiative on tasks that improve purchasing efficiency or vendor service.
Relationships
Maintain proactive and positive relationships within the crafts, including shop and field craft personnel.
Foster positive relationships with customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, IT, and all project teams.
Experience / Qualifications
An associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, or related experience.
Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in a purchasing, warehouse, or administrative support role.
Preferred: Experience supporting buyers or procurement activities.
Preferred: Familiarity with construction tools, parts, or material categories.
Preferred: Experience with purchase orders, shipping paperwork, or vendor coordination.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook.
Necessary Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail and data accuracy.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Eagerness to learn purchasing processes and industry-specific terminology.
Professional, positive attitude with a focus on collaboration.
Ability to maintain clear documentation and support basic reporting tasks.
Strong follow-up skills and a proactive mindset.
Willingness to assist other departments and take on new tasks as needed.
Physical Requirements This office-based role requires the ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer, performing repetitive tasks such as typing and using a mouse. Candidates must have good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling office equipment and documents weighing up to 25 pounds. Occasional standing, walking, bending, and reaching are necessary, including movement through warehouse spaces as needed.
The ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, is essential. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Why Join JH Kelly?
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Career growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization.
A commitment to innovation and excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Join us on this exciting journey! Apply now and become a part of the JH Kelly legacy.
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