Purchasing Coordinator

1-2 years’ experience in an office environment
Advance knowledge of Excel
Advanced computer skills
Experience working in a team environment
Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with internal and external customers
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
Ability to hold oneself accountable and possesses a high degree of self-awareness

Interact with trade partners by helping Purchasing Agent conduct buyouts for specific categories and communities
Analyze purchase orders for direct construction and option costs
Prepare and analyze pre-sale and pre-construction profit margins (tie-outs) by reviewing sales & options contracts
Identify areas for profit margin improvement & communicate findings to stakeholders
Review purchasing contracts/change orders
Managing special projects as assigned
Develop and implement efficient procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending process changes
Answer financial questions by researching and interpreting cost/margin data
Other tasks as assigned
Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures

BA/BS in Accounting/Finance/Business or related degree
Experience in Purchasing
Experience working independently while carrying out assignments based on instructions given
Experience in the home building industry