Purchasing Agent in Lexington, South Carolina at Veranda Homes

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Agent plays a pivotal role in along with the Purchasing Manager to ensure the procurement process of residential construction. This position will work hand in hand with the construction team, vendors, and project managers to ensure that the acquisition of goods and services is up to par with quality, cost effectiveness, and on time. Aside from your day-to-day task, the Purchasing Agent will play a key role in developing purchasing strategies, as well as helping create ways to maximize cost savings and building efficiency.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Build relationships with trades and vendors to become the builder of choice
• Audit estimates to promote accurate material deliveries
• Assist in Estimating where needed
• Ensure trades and material orders are supporting company cycle time goals
• Review and enforce scopes of work
• Track material cost, budgets, and price fluctuations
• Maintain approved vendors and pricing lists
• Ensure budget accuracy in order to meet company variance goals
• Assist in helping company meet margin and profitability goals
• Complete all other duties as assigned by manager
• Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications
• Adhere to company safety standards and help promote a safe working environment
• Adhere to and promote the policies, standards and Mission Statement of Veranda Homes

Position Standards:

• Team player
• Attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive attitude
• Strong communication skills
• Strong leadership skills

Position Requirements:

• College degree preferred
• Exceptional Excel, Word, and Microsoft Office skills
• 1-2 years of Construction preferred