Purchasing Agent - G.J. Gardner Homes

We are looking for a skilled purchasing agent to buy goods and services necessary for our business. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a commercial mindset. The role of the purchasing agent is to produce orders and quotes efficiently and timely while maintaining the accuracy of the database to ensure protect the franchises margins and to offer support to sales staff and management. You should know how to evaluate market conditions and different suppliers. Strong communication skills are necessary to help negotiate effectively and maintain profitable relationships.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Produce orders for each job

Maintain a update pricing in computer system

Produce copies of relevant plans (to attach to Orders) for subcontractors

Be knowledgeable about Preferred suppliers

Produce accurate price books provided by suppliers

Negotiate pricing with suppliers

Compare supplier prices

Add new standard house types to computer system (as required)

Arrange Supplier quotes when required for each Job, in a timely manner i.e. windows, roof materials, trusses, etc.

Check returned Supplier quotes and update computer system

Check engineer’s requirements

Check change orders(if any) and update computer system

Complete a Job schedule for each Job in the computer system

Get Jobs started as soon as possible after plan approval

Print out Job Bill of Materials Summary for each new Job – hand to Admin.

Check invoices match Orders (for correct pricing) sign off, then give to Supervisor

General Requirements:

- Be a team player

- Comply with 5 Star Performance Guarantee

- Project a professional image at all times

- Maintain a neat & tidy work area

-Be willing to learn, enhance skills, take responsibility and be accountable

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year depending on experience