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Purchasing Agent

D.R. Horton, Trenton, NJ, United States


D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S. , was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry‑level and first‑time move‑up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a

Purchasing Agent

for their Purchasing Department. The right candidate will bid on new projects, maintain scopes of work, track blueprints and design changes, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Solicit multiple bids for assigned communities

Source quality subcontractors

Compare bids from valued trade partners

Review and analyze subcontractor contracts to ensure cost consistency

Monitor costs to maintain budgets

Maintain and adjust take‑offs for material

Review and maintain architectural plan sets

Input original Direct Costs budgets and subcontractor contracting

Execute lot starts and final proof all unit costs

Issue subcontractor purchase orders

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four‑year college or university; or three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation
Annual Salary Range: $55,000 – $75,000, depending on qualifications and experience

Competitive Bonus Structure

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(K)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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