Purchasing Agent

Overview

Manage sourcing, contracts, and subcontractor performance for home building projects.

Key Responsibilities

• subcontractor selection
• bid packages
• payment audits
• contract management
• material take‑offs
• supply chain

Tasks

-Maintain positive relationships with trade partners and ensure adherence to department policies, including insurance compliance and budget management. -Research, pre-qualify, and participate in selecting qualified subcontractors who offer cost-effective construction and services. -Prepare and analyze bid packages, including Scopes of Work, Payment Schedules, and other necessary documents, to assist in selecting the preferred bidder. -Ensure prompt progress payments, research and audit payment discrepancies, and participate in monthly budget meetings. -Ensure Lennar selects the best subcontractors and monitors their continuous improvement in quality, cost, service, and delivery. -Monitor trade partner performance to ensure compliance with contract requirements and resolve any conflicts or issues that arise. -Oversee and update contracts, material take-offs, and purchasing systems like BuildPro and JDE accounting related to trade partners. -Review, understand, and manage all site development plans and specifications. -Implement material sourcing strategies to optimize supply chains and reduce division costs.

Requirements

• high school
• multitasking
• purchasing
• driver's license
• excel
• construction

What You Bring

-High school diploma or equivalent required. -Able to multitask efficiently under tight deadlines with a detail-oriented and energetic work ethic. -At least 2 years of purchasing experience, ideally with a national home builder. -Valid driver's license and auto insurance required. -Proficient in reading residential blueprints and using Microsoft Excel. -Knowledgeable in nationwide construction practices.

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About Lennar

-Known for its focus on affordability and quality. -Builds homes in a wide range of communities from first-time homebuyers to luxury estates. -Integrates technology into homes, offering smart home solutions for modern living. -Notable projects include large-scale suburban communities and mixed-use developments, focusing on sustainability and convenience. -History includes several notable acquisitions, expanding its capacity to build homes nationwide. -Continues to innovate with a focus on reducing construction costs and increasing home energy efficiency. -Specializes in land development, mortgage services, and title insurance, creating a comprehensive approach to homebuilding.

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