Purchasing Agent

Overview

Manages procurement, vendor relations, and contract administration for homebuilding projects.

Key Responsibilities

• quantity takeoffs
• bid packages
• purchase orders
• vendor evaluation
• audit compliance
• scope management

Tasks

The Purchasing Agent supports the day-to-day activities of the purchasing department for the company’s homebuilding operations. Coordinates, sources, and selects trade partners/vendors in support of Acquisitions and Construction development projects. Creates, negotiates, and administers procurement proposals, bids, and contracts with suppliers/vendors. Coordinates preparation of contract and bid documents, ensures appropriate approvals are obtained throughout the process. Assists with budget preparation, reviews for accuracy, and makes necessary adjustments as instructed by management. Develops vendor relationships and oversees supplier performance management. Evaluates and resolves discrepancies in purchase orders and invoices. Works independently with general supervision. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex. May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices. -Organizes and updates assigned trade partners scope of work, reports, and redlines worksheets for new projects. Evaluates supplier performance within the division (i.e., cost, quality, productivity, service) and research product feasibility ensuring project communities are on track. -Sources, vets, and onboards trade partners for new developing communities. Coordinates the sign-up process with trade partners, suppliers, and vendors. -Improves and maintains purchasing/contracts administration processes. Ensures audit compliance with SOX and company standards. -Acts as a liaison between subcontractors, construction team members, trade partners, and other stakeholders to evaluate and respond timely to field questions, conflicts, issues regarding change orders, purchase orders, and plan errors. Troubleshoots discrepancies and provides corrective action plans and/or recommendations to management as needed. -Prepares quantity take-offs from working or design drawings for budgeting or bid purposes. Manages, maintains, and tracks take-offs data collected within software systems; evaluates and validates costing is accurate and within budget. Tracks and reports impacts, reassess budget, and amends forecasts, as needed. Participates in reviews, development, and analysis of scopes of work aimed at quality control and standardization of equipment, materials, supplies and services. -Participates in site visits and works with construction team members to check performance of trades against scope of work/contract. -Organizes and creates bid packages (invitation, specification, scope of work plans). Evaluates and negotiates bids in a cost-transparent environment. Generates accurate contracts, drafts budgets, and purchase orders within software systems to achieve project objectives within scope, time, quality, and budget constraints.

Requirements

• 3 years
• purchasing
• jd edwards
• microsoft
• bachelor's
• blueprints

What You Bring

-Minimum 3 years of experience in Purchasing, Estimating, Order Processing, Supply Management, Contract Administration and/or related field. Experience working in Real Estate Development, Urban Planning, and/or Construction Management industry preferred. -Valid driver’s license required -Intermediate experience and knowledge of Microsoft Applications -Intermediate experience with JD Edwards software, preferred. -Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, and/or related field preferred. -High School Diploma / GED required. -Intermediate experience reading blueprints, construction drawings, and addendums.

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Benefits

Additional Compensation This position is eligible to receive quarterly bonus payments. The anticipated pay range/scale for this position is $66,930.00 to $88,683.00 Annually. Actual starting base pay within this range will depend on factors including geographic location, education, training, skills, and relevant experience. Employees have the opportunity to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts and/or health savings accounts; dependent savings accounts; 401(k) with company matching contributions; employee stock purchase plan; and a tuition reimbursement program. The Company provides 9 paid holidays per year, and, upon hire, new employees will accrue paid time off (PTO) at a rate of 0.0577 hours of PTO per hour worked, up to a maximum of 120 hours per year.

About Amh

-Founded with a vision to redefine living spaces, this company has grown into a multifaceted real estate powerhouse. -From residential communities to complex commercial developments, the company has a proven track record of delivering high-quality spaces. -The company specializes in designing, building, and managing properties that cater to a diverse range of industries and needs. -Known for their commitment to creating functional and sustainable developments, their portfolio spans various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial. -They have played a pivotal role in revitalizing urban landscapes with innovative projects that blend design, functionality, and sustainability. -The company’s strength lies in its holistic approach, managing the entire lifecycle of a property from conception to long-term management. -Distinct for their attention to detail and customer-centric approach, they have earned a reputation for excellence in the real estate industry. -As a forward-thinking company, they continually adapt to market changes and trends, staying ahead with cutting-edge developments and solutions.

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