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David Weekley Home Purchasing Agent in Nashville, Tennessee
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Purchasing and Supply Chain
Nashville, TN
Purchasing Agent
Nashville, TN
Purchasing Agent
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Job Description
David Weekley Homes is seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our team. The Purchasing Agent is a strategic role responsible for overseeing comprehensive category management and sourcing programs at the Division level. This position involves managing cost categories, negotiating contracts, managing the bid process with Preferred Partners, demonstrating knowledge of building regulations, and maintaining quality standards.
Job Responsibilities:
Category Management:
Responsible for the accuracy of hard costs for assigned categories
Coordinate with the National Category Management Team
Establish and maintain a Category Management Program for assigned categories
Establish and maintain a Sourcing Program for assigned categories
Review warranty issues with Preferred Partners
Manage Curated Programs with Preferred Partners
Scope of Work management with internal and external teams for assigned categories
Coordinate engineering as needed per category
Implement redline plan changes and communicate to Preferred Partners, be part of the team that walks new floor plans and work together to improve the value and design
Works with Division Operations Team on lot unique walks and processes
Contract Negotiation and Bid Management:
Negotiate contracts and model discounts for select categories
Maintain item pricing and report unit pricing to Regional and National Teams
Manage the bid process from request for proposal to cost submittal
Analyze bid proposals to ensure they are complete and comparable. Negotiate contracts to ensure the best pricing and performance. Present findings to the Division Director of Purchasing for final approval
Qualifications
2+ years in residential construction operations or purchasing preferred
Excellent negotiation skills with demonstrated success in this area
Strong math and MS Excel computer skills are essential; exposure to JD Edwards beneficial
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related experience preferred
Ability to read and thoroughly understand residential blueprints
An ideal candidate will also possess the following intangibles: naturally curious, self-directed, adaptable to change, disciplined work habits, good organizational skills
Additional Information
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What We Offer:
Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" 19 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America.
We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
401k and discretionary 8% match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Profit Sharing
Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO
New Home Discount for Team Member and Family
College Scholarship Program
Community Outreach
Sabbaticals
And more!
David Weekley Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://careers.davidweekleyhomes.com/eeo) , and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law.
Note to Job Seekers: No telephone calls or walk-ins please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match, or if further information is needed.