Purchasing Agent

Taylor Morrison•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

As a Purchasing Agent at Taylor Morrison, you will assess the value of items being purchased, negotiate and close deals with contractors, and prepare and follow up on accurate contracts. The position manages categories relating to finishes, analyzes assigned categories, and makes recommendations to Purchasing leadership. It supports bidding and purchasing activity throughout the community lifecycle and works with trade partners, suppliers, builders, and construction managers.

Requirements

Preferred 2–5 years of Purchasing or Construction experience in the homebuilding industry.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent desired.
Proficiency in math and basic finance knowledge.
Ability to prioritize goals related to the role.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Ability to meet and coordinate with Builders and Construction Managers in the field.
Organized, able to multitask, and attentive to detail.
Ability to work independently and proactively.
Approachable demeanor and a positive approach to work and internal customers.
Ability to use Microsoft solutions with ease.
Ability to travel, if necessary.
Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer or electronic device.
Ability to have face-to-face conversations with customers, coworkers, and higher-level managers.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods and move around the work environment as needed.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle if applicable.
Ability to remain stationary for up to 50% of the time.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Successful applicants must be able to perform the essential functions; reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Newstar, BuildPro, and PlanSwift.
Taylor Morrison experience and/or successful completion of a training program may override required education and/or experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage the complete bid process, from bid setup through negotiation, award, and contract execution with suppliers and providers.
Negotiate and finalize contract details; produce and follow up on Trade Partner and Vendor contracts.
Apply Should Costs methodology collaboratively with trade and supply partners to understand bid components and reduce or maintain costs.
Set up new vendors in Newstar and BuildPro.
Organize and maintain material bids and takeoffs for each product.
Use Analyzers to analyze, interpret, and manipulate Newstar data.
Cost out variance purchase orders.
Manage contract documents, including preparing plans and bid documentation and verifying document accuracy and completeness, including option lists.
Manage all aspects of assigned categories and cost codes.
Manage assigned bidding projects, including bid signoff meetings, Community Grand Opening meetings, and continued field support for the life of the community.
Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls for assigned trade partners and adhere to the Architecture/Bidding Project Tracker.
Perform cost-per-square-foot and budget comparisons.
Regularly audit and analyze existing trades and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and identify cost-saving opportunities; target bids and negotiate as needed per policy.
Maintain electronic trade partner files and original vendor files.
Monitor, maintain, and distribute house plans in BuildPro; maintain global vendor lists.
Maintain specifications and assist with rebate submittals.
Provide direct cost estimates for new land acquisitions.
Maintain scopes of work and understand house costs.
Check plans against contracts, computer takeoffs, and the plan master.
Update trade partner costs and revise estimates for subdivision, contract, or plan changes.
Attend frame walks and provide pricing and product expertise.
Understand construction codes established by city entities.
Research and resolve trade partner disputes, including product or pricing issues and invoice or contract discrepancies.
Review and approve variances and provide variance analysis.
Navigate the purchasing system and possibly assist with Architecture responsibilities.
Use the cost mitigation tool to drive business results.
Provide in-depth data analysis, including plan frequency and option take-rates.
Report daily to the Division, Corporate Office, or Community and adhere to the schedule.
Comply with company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.