Purchasing Agent

Lennar; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Education assistance

Adoption assistance

Paid time off

Holidays and sick leave

Referral bonus

Home purchase discounts

Job summary

Lennar in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to learn LOC operating systems and processes while building trusted relationships with division leaders in a high-performance culture. You will assist with plan take-offs, budgeting, and supplier coordination to support accurate project costs.

Responsibilities include maintaining take-off data, updating POs, and processing various report tickets. The role values attention to detail, teamwork, and strong Microsoft Office skills in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word is required.
• JD Edwards experience is preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills are essential.
• Able to manage multiple tasks with simultaneous deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and maintain plan take-off information.
• Set-up and maintain option take-offs for plans/communities.
• Monitor home site (lot) budgeting in line with start dates.
• Review preliminary lot starts prior to finalizing.
• Interact with estimating and division purchasing to resolve issues.
• Generate and maintain supplier/trade pricing via upload/download.
• Update purchase orders to reflect current costs and quantities.
• Respond to varying workload as defined by business needs.
• Process Z-Report, AV report, and PO deletion tickets.

Skills

Excel

Word

Communication

Organization

Teamwork under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

We are Lennar

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

The Purchasing Assistant is a highly motivated individual who is eager to learn all aspects of the LOC operating systems and processes. They will work to develop trusted relationships with Division leaders in a high-performance culture that emphasizes quality work performance and excellent division support.

Your Responsibilities On The Team

• Set-up and maintain plan take-off information, including complete entry for new and revised plans.
• Set-up and maintain option take-offs for all plans/communities within their division(s) of responsibility.
• Monitor home site (lot) budgeting in compliance with projected start dates.
• Reviewing preliminary lot starts prior to finalizing.
• Interact with estimating and division purchasing to resolve any issues.
• Generate and maintain supplier/trade partner item pricing by utilizing the upload/download process.
• Update purchase orders as directed by division partners to maintain current cost, quantities or Trade Partners.
• Respond to varying workload and pace as defined by the business needs.
• Process Z- Report tickets.
• Process AV report tickets.
• Process PO deletion tickets.

Your Toolbox

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer literate with efficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• JD Edwards experience preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills.
• Professionally perform multiple, detail oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines.
• Possess strong work ethic, integrity, and loyalty.
• Be a team player with ability to work under pressure.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Life at Lennar

• Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of.
• Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future.
• Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments.
• We provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations.
• From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day.

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Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.