Purchasing Agent (2086)

Location
Rehoboth Beach
Workplace
On-site

About this role

Job DetailsJob Location: Eastern Shore Division - Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971JOB 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 compliance
Prepares bid packages and submits to current trade partners, as well as prospective trade partners
Prepares 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 work
Manages 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 Newstar
Other duties as apparent or assigned

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and Skills

Proficiency in MS Office software applications, i.e. MS Excel
Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus
Detail oriented and organized
Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
Knowledge of new home construction process is required
Valid driver’s license

Education and Work Experience

High School Diploma required, college degree preferred OR
2-4 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience

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