Purchasing Coordinator (2126)

DRB Homes; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Homes is seeking a Purchasing Associate to support the San Antonio division in developing and maintaining cost-effective estimates and budgets for new home construction. The role involves generating POs, handling change orders, and coordinating with vendors to resolve issues.

Ideal candidates will have experience in residential construction, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of purchasing software. A valid driver’s license is required for site visits.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel emphasized).
• Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Knowledge of the residential homebuilding process is required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Generates PO’s at Start of Construction.
• Reviews and Corrects Part PO’s for Lumber, Party Wall, Windows, Doors, Exterior Features and more.
• Generates and manages PO’s due to Change Orders.
• Process and Generate BuildPro EPO’s.
• Process and Generate Zero Dollar PO’s.
• Manage PO vendor questions and issues.
• Manage Production Invoice vendor questions and issues.
• Assist Purchasing Manager with Month ECC process by monitoring BuildPro tasks.
• Assist on Takeoffs for various assemblies (Lumber, Windows, Doors, Exterior features, Interior Trim, etc.).
• Manage Corporate Rebates Quarterly.
• Manage Trade Partners and their contract files ensuring current pricing and signed contracts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

New home construction process

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

1-2 years residential homebuilding/estimating

Equivalent combination of education/work experience

Tools

Newstar purchasing software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: San Antonio Division - San Antonio, TX 78216

JOB PURPOSE:

To support the Purchasing Manager to develop and maintain cost effective new home construction estimates and supporting budgets.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Generates PO’s at Start of Construction
• Reviews and Corrects Part PO’s (Lumber, Party Wall, Windows, Doors, Exterior Features, Exterior Columns, Exterior Rails, Structural Wiring, Interior Trim, Interior Doors, Flooring, Electrical Fixtures, Appliances.)
• Generates and manages PO’s due to Change Orders
• Process and Generate BuildPro EPO’s
• Process and Generate Zero Dollar PO’s
• Manage PO vendor questions and issues
• Manage Production Invoice vendor questions and issues
• Assist Purchasing Manager with Month ECC process by monitoring BuildPro remaining tasks. Communicate unfinished task to Production Manager.
• Assist on Takeoffs for Part Crafts (Lumber, Party Wall, Windows, Doors, Exterior Features, Exterior Columns, Exterior Rails, Structural Wiring, Interior Trim, Interior Doors, Flooring, Electrical Fixtures, Appliances)
• Manage Corporate Rebates Quarterly
• Manage the Trade Partners and their contract files (Red Folder) ensuring current pricing , scope of work, contract, etc… is signed by all Trades
• Other duties as apparent or assigned (Tasks will be revised monthly as needed)

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office software applications, i.e. MS Excel
• Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Knowledge of new home construction process is required
• Valid driver’s license

Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma required, college degree preferred OR
• 1-2 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience