Purchasing Agent - Sarasota

Neal Communities•Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Neal Communities is proud to be recognized as the 2025 Top Workplace in Sarasota & Manatee Counties! We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Agent to join our SimplyDwell team in Sarasota. As a Purchasing Agent, you will maintain accurate and consistent standard budgets and analyze and distribute Variance Purchasing Order reports. You will play a critical role in optimizing our purchasing activities to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency. WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING AT NEAL COMMUNITIES: The People! We take tremendous pride in making a positive difference in our team's lives. Our employees are not just an asset to Neal Communities and its customers; they are essential to the success of our business Outstanding Benefits - Health Care - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage Excellent Compensation Package Employer Paid Life Insurance Supplemental Insurance Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance 401(K) with Company Matching Contributions PTO & Paid Holidays Employer Paid ID Theft Protection Employee Home Purchase Discount Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Pet Insurance Employee Service Awards Vendor Discount Program The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills. All employees will support the organization's mission and vision by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration and innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, and ownership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred
A minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience in the home building industry, single and multifamily construction
Solid understanding of purchasing best practices
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to drive favorable agreements
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Proficient in using purchasing software, Newstar, and BuildPro experience is a plus
MS Office Suite with solid knowledge of MS Excel

Responsibilities

Analyze and audit budgets to ensure plans and communities are consistent
Maintain, add, and edit accurate Base Budgets, and run, distribute, and monitor monthly Job Close and Cost of Product Reports
Monitor inventory, identify any shortages or excesses, and propose appropriate actions
Prepare and issue weekly and monthly comprehensive Variance Purchase Orders and specialty reports for Lumber, Siding, and Trim, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Facilitate prices and quantities in purchasing software as required
Collaborate with Purchasing Managers in creating and maintaining Scopes of Work, Bid Sheets, and Unit Pricing
Administer accurate quantity take-offs and estimates
Track and facilitate Product Approval Lists, resolving any issues or delays
Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, products, and pricing
Evaluate supplier performance and address any issues or concerns related to quality, delivery, or pricing
Stay up-to-date on procurement regulations and best practices, implementing improvements when necessary