Purchasing Agent

4 weeks ago


Austin, United States FTS Inc Full time

Overview:
**Duties**:

- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best pricing, terms, and quality for materials and services required for home construction.
- Review construction plans and specifications to identify required materials and quantities, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Analyze market trends, industry developments, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Coordinate with project managers, architects, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and timelines, and to communicate purchasing needs.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders and contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Monitor and track order status, delivery schedules, and inventory levels to ensure timely and efficient procurement and inventory management.
- Resolve supplier issues and discrepancies, including quality concerns, delivery delays, and invoice discrepancies, in a timely and professional manner.
- Maintain accurate records of purchasing activities, including vendor contracts, pricing agreements, and supplier performance metrics.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and vendors, fostering collaboration and partnership to support business objectives.

**Requirements**:

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field preferred
- Proven experience as a Purchasing Agent
- Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyze data, interpret technical specifications, and make informed purchasing decisions
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word) for data analysis and reporting
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

- Austin, TX: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person


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