Purchasing Agent

Overview

Manages purchasing, contracts, bids, and vendor relations for construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• pricing
• contract management
• cost analysis
• bid management
• purchase orders
• blueprint distribution

Tasks

-Prices out all addendum requests for price. -May conduct subcontractor orientations. -May supervise vendor set-ups. -Negotiates, closes, produces and follows up on subcontractor and vendor contracts. -Sets up rebate schedule for each job. -Performs cost per square foot and budget comparisons. -Prepares closing cost information. -Organizes and maintains material bids and takeoffs for each product; maintains bid books. -May monitor and distribute blueprints. -Prepares Purchase Orders and cost sheets for job starts; generates all POs and UPOs. -Maintains contract options (cost and retail).

Requirements

• construction
• bachelor's
• excel
• word
• access

What You Bring

-General knowledge of construction. -Bachelor's degree preferred. -Proficient computer skills (especially Excel, Word and Access).

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Benefits

-Typical office environment.

About Beazer Homes

-Specializes in energy-efficient homes designed to cater to various family needs and lifestyles. -Builds across multiple U.S. states, with a focus on providing affordable and sustainable housing options. -Offers a variety of home styles, including single-family and townhomes, each tailored to meet modern demands. -Creates communities that integrate well with their surroundings and provide lasting value. -Recognized for its commitment to customer satisfaction and the quality of its builds. -Continues to evolve, staying at the forefront of innovation in home design and construction.

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