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Purchasing Agent

$30 - $40 hourly
Job Category: Supply Chain
Position Type: Contract / Temporary to Hire
Work Model: In Office
Location: Chicago, IL
Job ID: 162527
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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Our client is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support their construction projects by ensuring materials, equipment, and services are sourced, ordered, and delivered on time and within budget. This role requires a hands-on problem solver who can troubleshoot issues, adapt quickly, and keep projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Source and purchase construction materials, equipment, and services to meet project timelines.

  • Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors and subcontractors.

  • Track purchase orders and resolve issues such as delays, shortages, or quality concerns.

  • Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.

  • Coordinate with project managers, site supervisors, and estimators to align purchasing decisions with project needs.

  • Ensure materials comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

  • Keep accurate records of orders, invoices, and vendor performance.


Requirements:

  • Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within construction or related industries.

  • Strong negotiation and organizational skills.

  • Ability to troubleshoot problems and deliver solutions quickly.

  • A proactive, detail-oriented, and dependable team player.

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where deadlines matter.
     

Compensation: $30.00 – 34.00 per hour
Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/ 

If this position interests you and you meet the requirements, apply today!

Thank you, 
Kelly Wagner
Director
LaSalle Network

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LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.