Purchasing Agent
Meritage Homes Corporation, Irvine, CA, United States
Responsibilities
Meritage Homes is looking for a Purchasing Agent to support our Southern California Division. This person will:
Research and resolve Vendor disputes, including product or pricing issues, invoice and contract discrepancies, and coordinate pricing adjustments when necessary
Build and maintain effective relationships with trade partners to better meet bidding and production requirements
Work collaboratively with other departments, including land development, construction, marketing, finance, and design, to ensure all internal goals and deadlines are met
Communicate product changes to Sales, Construction, and Subcontractors
Initiate bid events with subcontractors, perform bid analysis, and create and compile contract confirmations as well as all backup as necessary for audit compliance
Assist in base cost and option price analysis
Assist in reviewing house budgets to verify accurate base house and margin costs
Assist in end-of-month cost-off process to get accruals for current month closings
Qualifications
A minimum of 2 years of experience in Purchasing or the Construction Industry, preferably in residential homebuilding
4‑year degree or similar experience
Exceptional computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Word; JD Edwards, Enterprise One, and BuildPro experience a plus
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other construction documents a plus
A go‑getter attitude
Enjoy a fast‑paced, high‑volume work environment
Great attention to detail
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Proactive in addressing questions and concerns in a professional manner
Can work independently as well as with a team
Highly organized
Overview Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.Built.Better.® Meritage is committed to building energy‑efficient and affordable entry‑level and first move‑up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic selves every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a second year in a row, and is currently ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces listings in the categories of Construction, Women and Parents. Meritage has delivered over 200,000 homes in its 40‑year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award‑winning customer experience. Meritage is looking for professionals who are self‑starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas.
When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:
A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
An organization that lives by its core values every day
Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
State‑of‑the‑art technology to provide an optimal working environment
A competitive pay structure
Strong benefits
Flexibility in work‑life integration
Team‑oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
Maintain a competitive drive to be the best
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Research and resolve Vendor disputes, including product or pricing issues, invoice and contract discrepancies, and coordinate pricing adjustments when necessary
Build and maintain effective relationships with trade partners to better meet bidding and production requirements
Work collaboratively with other departments, including land development, construction, marketing, finance, and design, to ensure all internal goals and deadlines are met
Communicate product changes to Sales, Construction, and Subcontractors
Initiate bid events with subcontractors, perform bid analysis, and create and compile contract confirmations as well as all backup as necessary for audit compliance
Assist in base cost and option price analysis
Assist in reviewing house budgets to verify accurate base house and margin costs
Assist in end-of-month cost-off process to get accruals for current month closings
Qualifications
A minimum of 2 years of experience in Purchasing or the Construction Industry, preferably in residential homebuilding
4‑year degree or similar experience
Exceptional computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Word; JD Edwards, Enterprise One, and BuildPro experience a plus
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other construction documents a plus
A go‑getter attitude
Enjoy a fast‑paced, high‑volume work environment
Great attention to detail
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Proactive in addressing questions and concerns in a professional manner
Can work independently as well as with a team
Highly organized
Overview Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.Built.Better.® Meritage is committed to building energy‑efficient and affordable entry‑level and first move‑up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic selves every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a second year in a row, and is currently ranked on Fortune’s Best Workplaces listings in the categories of Construction, Women and Parents. Meritage has delivered over 200,000 homes in its 40‑year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award‑winning customer experience. Meritage is looking for professionals who are self‑starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas.
When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:
A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level
An organization that lives by its core values every day
Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset
State‑of‑the‑art technology to provide an optimal working environment
A competitive pay structure
Strong benefits
Flexibility in work‑life integration
Team‑oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company
Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization
Maintain a competitive drive to be the best
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