Purchasing Agent

Summary POSITION SUMMARY: The Purchasing Agent's responsibility is to procure construction materials and services in the most efficient, cost-effective manner, and to create and maintain accurate budgets. Responsibilities Coordinate bid process for new subdivisions including development of bid packages with plans, scopes of work and standard and optional features; receive, review, and approve price quotes/bids Assist the Purchasing Director and/or Manager with negotiating the purchase of all labor and materials Perform material takeoffs and estimates and input lump sum and itemized contract pricing information into Newstar Create and maintain accurate Model Cost Estimates and Anchor Estimates Field verify material counts and update system takeoffs and pricing; review installation and product quality and meet with Subcontractors to resolve issues Research, qualify and assist with the selection of new subcontractors and suppliers Coordinate and oversee routine bid-outs to control cost Maintain Option catalogues with proper retail pricing and target margins Price out custom options as needed and ensure accurate information makes it on POs and work documents Research and resolve vendor disputes including quality, pricing, and takeoff quantity discrepancies Routinely review contracted house cost for assigned communities; identify contracting improvement areas to increase profitability Review lot specific house books and provide commentary on variances; work with Purchasing and Construction leaders to reduce future variances Create and maintain Standard Features list and ensure all information in Community Books is accurate and current Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities are required for this position. Qualifications Required Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong understanding of construction, subcontracting, and customer service Understanding of sales, marketing, capital budgeting, acquisitions, entitlements, and land development Excellent analytical, creative thinking, leadership, problem-solving, interpersonal, negotiation, organizational, project management and time management skills Manage multiple priorities in a timely and professional manner with strong attention to detail with limited supervision Read and interpret financial reports, market comps, engineering reports, construction documents and specifications, contracts, owners’ association documents, and other related work documents Ability to learn and use customer relationship management software including Builders CMS, customer service software including Build Pro, NewStar, Track-it and any other company-based software Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) Effectively and professionally communicate (in oral and written form) with internal and external customers Demonstrate commitment to integrity, company values, customer-focus, and established policies and procedures Display professional appearance and manner Education and Experience College degree strongly preferred Minimum of two years related experience in a similar position, preferably with a high-volume builder #J-18808-Ljbffr Kolterhomes