Purchasing Agent

JOB PURPOSE: To develop and maintain cost effective new home construction estimates and supporting budgets.
Select and employ quality contactors in alignment with department and budget objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities Reviews new home sales contracts and creates construction estimates Maintains construction budgets and ensures compliancePrepares bid packages and submits to current trade partners, as well as prospective trade partnersPrepares take-offs for materials needed (lumber, trim, roofing, siding, etc…)Conducts field visits to verify material ordered is not being wasted Assists Purchasing Manager with new community set up in Newstar (Purchasing software) Processes variance purchase orders Works with the Purchasing Manager and Community Builders to maintain scopes of workManages the Trade Partners and their contract files (ensuring current pricing , scope of work, contract, etc… is signed by all Trades)Enters trade contract data into NewstarOther duties as apparent or assigned QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and Skills Proficiency in MS Office software applications, i.e.
MS ExcelKnowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plusDetail orientedand organizedAbility to multi-task and establish prioritiesKnowledge of new home construction process is required Education and Work Experience High School Diploma required, college degree preferred OR 2-4 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience OREquivalent combination of education and/or work experience