Senior Purchasing Agent - Phoenix

At DRB Homes we pride ourselves on our culture and our ability to make our company a place that employees enjoy coming to work each day. We believe hard work is important but we also know that balance is essential. We encourage employees in becoming their best, both personally and professionally. Everything we produce is a result of the hard work and talent of our team members. We believe that when good ideas are shared, even better things can happen.

The Company offers numerous options to help its employees achieve their financial, professional, and wellness goals including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid time off
• Company provided life insurance policy
• 401(k) plan and match
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Career development and opportunities for advancement
• Charitable activities and more

Job Purpose

To develop and maintain cost effective new home construction estimates and supporting budgets.  Will select and employ quality contactors in alignment with department and budget objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Review new home sales contracts and create construction estimates 
• Maintain construction budgets and ensures compliance with budgets 
• Prepare bid packages and submit to current trade partners, as well as prospective trade partners 
• Prepare take-offs for materials needed (lumber, trim, roofing, siding, etc.) 
• Conduct field visits to verify material ordered is not being wasted 
• Assist Purchasing Manager with new community set up  
• Process variance purchase orders 
• Work with the Purchasing Manager and Project Managers to maintain scopes of work 
• Manage the Trade Partners and their contract files (ensuring current pricing , scope of work, contract, etc. is signed by all Trades) 
• Enter trade contract data into Newstar 

Qualifications 

• High School Diploma required, college degree preferred OR 4 or more years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience OR equivalent combination of education and/or work experience

• Proficiency in MS Office software applications including MS Excel 
• Detail-oriented and organized 
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities 
• Knowledge of new home construction process is required 
• Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus
• Valid driver’s license, proof of adequate auto liability insurance and an acceptable driving record

At DRB Homes employment opportunity is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position please contact DRB Homes' corporate offices at 972-383-4300.