Purchasing Agent

4 months ago

Charlotte, United States Red Cedar Homes Full time

Purchasing Agent


About Red Cedar


Red Cedar Capital Partners LLC is a residential developer and homebuilder in Charlotte, NC & surrounding markets. Red Cedar is the parent company of Red Cedar Construction, Red Cedar Homes, Red Cedar Development, and Red Cedar Realty, as well as a private label mortgage company and homebuilding supply company, all of which support the Red Cedar ecosystem. The primary focus of the company is developing land into beautiful communities and building attainably priced homes that fit today’s real estate market. Red Cedar has grown exponentially since 2016 and is one of the fastest-growing homebuilders in the Southeast.


Role Description


Red Cedar Homes is seeking a meticulous and proactive Purchasing Agent to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our Purchasing department. This role will involve facilitating effective purchasing bids, improve departmental processes and efficiencies, as well as enhance reporting and analytics.


Primary Responsibilities


  • Provide administrative support for purchasing department including the processing of bid packages, options, correspondence, data entry, preparation and/or maintenance of miscellaneous reports, bids, and trade partner/vendor files.
  • Prepare and distribute bid packages for new communities and/or plan changes.
  • Manage and update master bid list to include current and new trade partners.
  • Review and process variance purchase orders, change orders, and notices to proceed from Construction and Purchasing team members. Research purchase order issues. Make budget adjustments as directed.
  • Manage new vendor applications, insurance verification, files, etc.
  • Create change orders with effective time frames for vendor transitions or pricing changes to appropriate team members.
  • Assist Purchasing Manager with bidding and takeoffs when needed.
  • Field all Construction questions related to the Purchasing Department and assist with issue resolution between field team members, trade partners, and vendors.
  • Effectively communicate with trade partners and vendors via phone and email.
  • Follow company expectations, including internal control and ethics policies, regarding trade partner and vendor selection/relations.
  • Communicate and collaborate with other departments to address/facilitate issues as they arise.
  • Build job specific budgets within estimating software.
  • Issue job specific Purchase Orders.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Required Skills & Traits


· Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interact with buyers and team members.

· Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.

· Proficient in using computer software and databases.

· Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in maintaining records and preparing documentation.

· Professional and friendly demeanor, with a customer-oriented approach to providing exceptional service.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.

  • General understanding of basic residential construction materials and techniques, willingness to learn more advanced practices.
  • Strong PC skills required, with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook), Adobe Pro, and internet-based programs such as Internet Explorer and Google Chrome. Prior experience with BuildPro preferred.


Education & Experience

· High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree (BA/BS) in a related field is a preferred.

  • A minimum of 1 year of homebuilding purchasing or accounting experience is preferred.

· Previous experience in real estate, home building, customer service, or a related field is preferred.


Schedule:

· Monday-Friday, standard daytime hours; 8 am - 5 pm. Occasional weekend work may be required.


Job Type:

· Full-time position, averaging 40 hours per week.


Benefits:

· Medical insurance

· Dental insurance

· Vision insurance

· 401k with matching

· Company paid holidays.

· Paid time off


Ability to Commute/Relocate:

· Charlotte, NC: Ability to reliably commute or willingness to relocate before starting work (Required).


Work Location:

· In-person


Work Environment:

· Office-based environment with a business casual dress code. Standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines, are used in this role.


Physical Demands:

· The role requires the ability to talk and hear, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Occasional lifting of office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds, may be necessary. Some travel might be required.


To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. If you have any questions please contact us at hr@redcedarco.com. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team at Red Cedar Homes, LLC.


Red Cedar Capital Partners LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate based on race, traits historically associated with race, hair texture and protective hairstyles, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sex gender, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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