Purchasing Coordinator
$49,920–$52,000 year
On-siteSan Diego, California, United States
Job Summary
Order materials and supplies efficiently, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery prior to scheduled installation. Coordinate with vendors to determine product availability, pricing, and terms of sale, while analyzing systems to assess future material needs. Utilize ERP systems for placing orders, tracking materials, and running daily purchasing and material reports. Conduct root cause analysis on purchasing issues and recommend process improvements. Collaborate with Design, Operations, and Field partners to coordinate homebuyer material approvals and ensure samples are available. Assist with training for Purchasing Associates and take on special projects to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree
- One or more years of related purchasing, materials, or supply chain experience
- Material resource planning and/or production control experience with Systems Application Process (SAP)
- Thorough knowledge of products used by the company as they relate to product installation
- Working knowledge of internet-based tools, spreadsheet and word processing software, and order processing systems
- Basic technology skills, including MS Office Suite
- Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate tracking of ordering and production information
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Strong professional-level verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to negotiate agreements between parties with different perspectives
- Interpersonal skills to develop and maintain professional working relationships with builders, vendors, and internal teams
- Ability to proactively identify, analyze, address, and resolve problems, conflicts, and issues
- Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; explains reasoning for decisions, includes appropriate stakeholders, and makes timely decisions
- High level of time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively
- Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment
- Demonstrates accountability, adaptability, and commitment to quality and service
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Higher levels of experience
- Material resource planning and/or production control experience with Systems Application Process (SAP)
- Thorough knowledge of products used by the company as they relate to product installation
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