Purchasing Assistant

lennar; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Paid parental leave

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to learn LOC operating systems and processes, building trusted relationships with division leaders in a high‑performance culture that emphasizes quality and division support.

Your responsibilities include setting up plan take-offs, maintaining option take-offs, monitoring budgets, reviewing starts, coordinating with estimating and purchasing, and managing supplier pricing and POs.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong written, verbal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform multiple, detail-oriented tasks with deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and maintain plan take-off information for new and revised plans.
• Set-up and maintain option take-offs for all plans/communities within division(s).
• 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 partner pricing using upload/download processes.
• Update purchase orders to keep costs and quantities current.

Skills

Written/verbal skills

Team player under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

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.

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

Life at Lennar

• At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well‑being and professional growth.
• 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, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments.
• To further support our Associates, 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.
• At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally.
• Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms.

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