Purchasing Agent

D.R. Horton•Smyrna, TN

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to coordinate vendor sourcing, bid review, purchase order processing, and purchasing recordkeeping. The role supports timely procurement of goods and services at competitive prices, while helping ensure purchasing activity complies with organizational policies. The position requires coordination with vendors and internal departments, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Overnight travel and regular, reliable attendance are required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent years of education and experience.
One to two years of related experience and/or training.
Ability to apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to purchasing decisions.
Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with vendors and colleagues.
Strong attention to detail while managing multiple deadlines.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions provided in written or oral form or through DRH applications.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs and systems quickly.
Ability to travel overnight.
Ability to sit for most of an 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
Close and peripheral vision abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience using a purchasing, procurement, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
Proficiency with spreadsheets to compare quotations, track orders, and analyze purchasing data.

Responsibilities

Identify and contact potential vendors, confirm their qualifications, and request bids or quotations.
Compare bids based on price, quality, availability, and delivery terms, and provide information to support vendor selection.
Suggest alternate vendors and bulk purchasing opportunities that may reduce costs.
Assist vendors with setup and use of the organization’s purchasing systems.
Process approved purchases and issue purchase orders as directed by buyers or other authorized personnel.
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, purchases, and payments.
Track open orders and follow up with vendors and internal teams to address delivery delays or order discrepancies.
Review purchasing data and vendor performance to identify recurring issues and opportunities to improve the purchasing process.
Review purchase requests for compliance with organizational purchasing policies and escalate exceptions when necessary.
Coordinate with internal departments to understand upcoming purchasing needs and required delivery dates.
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.