Purchasing Intern

KB Home • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 670,000 quality homes in our 65 plus year history. Today, KB Home operates in 47 markets from coast to coast. At KB Home, people are our foundation. We build strong, personal relationships with our customers to ensure they have a real partner in the homebuying process. Our employees are the heart and soul of our company and are driven by a shared culture of customer obsession guided by our focus on sustainability providing a beneficial impact on the world. When you join KB Home, you become part of a team that is passionate about making the dream of homeownership a reality for families across America. Come be a part of our team! As a Purchasing Intern, you will be part of a world class homebuilding experience and will see first-hand how a home is built and checked for quality and safety standards. You will work with the Purchasing Team to assist in bid evaluation, negotiation between vendors, contractor selection, and contract documentation.

Requirements

• Are currently pursuing a degree in Construction Management or a related field
• Prior experience or coursework in data analysis and/or budgeting
• Embrace a customer-obsessed mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional service
• Thrive in a team-oriented environment and value collaboration
• Experience in using various computerized systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook

Responsibilities

• Assist the Purchasing team in performing their duties and responsibilities, including, but not limited to:
• Develop understanding of systems for vendor and supply chain management
• Observe the bidding, negotiations, selection, and scheduling processes
• Support new community launches and ongoing operations including status reporting
• Support successful management of POS, payment processing, and vendor/supply systems
• Assist with reporting (status reports, cost accruals, margins, variances, etc.)
• Maintain and distribute current site plans, scopes of work, and red line revisions

Benefits

• Above average compensation packages
• Earnings potential
• Full benefits
• Outstanding 401K matching program
• Bonus plans
• Amazing promotional opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree