Purchasing Jobs

Job Title: Purchasing Agent II Company: University of Connecticut Location: Storrs, CT Description: The University of Connecticut Office of Capital Projects and Contract Administration is seeking applications for the position of Purchasing Agent II. Under the direction of the Executive Director or his/her designee, primary responsibilities include: utilizing existing policies, procedures, statutes, to plan, develop and organize all phases of pre-qualification, bidding, awarding, contracting, and contract administration functions. Responsibilities include receive/process/ approve requisitions and purchase orders for goods and services; determine most appropriate delivery method of procurement of construction services in accordance with federal/state statues and University policies and procedures. Prepares and solicits competitive bids from qualified vendors; defines/ negotiates appropriate terms and conditions on behalf of the University relative to contractual obligations. Recommends and/or authorizes the purchase of goods and services and ensures the unique needs of the University are being addressed with needs analysis, scheduling, knowledge of local / regional construction industry and market as well as industry trends. REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS include: Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business or discipline appropriate to the assigned commodities, and four (4) years professional experience in a comparable institutional environment OR Equivalent combination of education and experience which includes at least seven (7) years directly related purchasing experience in a comparable institutional environment. Knowledge of construction procurement, contract law, accounting, finance and marketing as they relate to purchasing, federal and state statutes. Strong background in construction procurement and contracting, construction scheduling, and construction methods. To view the job description and find a complete listing of the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position, please visit: www.cpca.uconn.edu. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS include: Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.). Knowledge of State of CT General Statutes and University Procurement Policies. Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience. APPLICATION Qualified applicants may send a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references to : Stacy Webb, Search Coordinator, Office of Capital Projects and Contract Administration, 31 LeDoyt Rd Unit 3047, Storrs, CT 06269-3047. Preference will be given to applications received by 16 October 2009 (Search # 2010073)

Job Title: Estimating & Purchasing Manager - Company: Location: Orlando, FL Description: Residential consulting and construction firm seeks professional with 3-5+ years of production homebuilding experience. Applicant must be proficient in industry specific P.O. Systems. Additional experience with drafting a plus. Position is full-time and pay is based upon experience and market rate. Some travel required. Self-starter with strong communications skills a must. Applicants with RESIDENTIAL HOMEBUILDING experience ONLY!

Job Title: Purchasing Agent Company: Solco Plumbing Supply Location: Brooklyn, NY Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:* /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable Solco Plumbing Supply, one of the industry’s leaders in wholesale plumbing supply, is looking for a purchasing agent to join our team in Brooklyn, New York. Minimum of 5 years purchasing experience required. Experience with Activant Eclipse is a major plus. DFWP. EOE. Please email resume to: Bari Baker, Register to View .

Job Title: Purchasing Manager Company: ITT Defense Electronics & Services Location: West Springfield, MA Description: Position Summary: The Purchasing Manager will plan, administer and direct the purchase of materials and supplies while meeting the requirements of production schedules through sound purchasing practices and proper supplier relationships. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: ' Develop the skills and knowledge of assigned personnel to maximize value from the purchasing department resources. ' Responsible for proper supplier compliance to current regulations, maintain and implement Small Business Administration initiatives, requirements, procedures, and reporting. ' Communicate with suppliers regarding the critical delivery needs, major contractors, major material reject problems and new products or processes which might offer major cost reductions. ' Review quoting and sourcing activities to ensure quality and delivery needs are constantly met as well as competitive pricing as required. ' Develop, negotiate and implement a comprehensive make-or-buy policy across all current in-house manufacturing processes. ' Review the material cost variances of purchased parts to ensure that materials are being purchased at proper pricing levels and recognize pricing trends affecting future pricing forecasting. ' Review shortages to ensure that the best possible delivery date is being obtained. Take appropriate action to prevent future shortages. ' Review and discuss pricing forecast. Achieve cost saving goals, monitor open defective material reports and corrective action reports to ensure a timely disposition of rejected goods and timely responses. ' Produce on a regular timescale, financial review information for projects released for ordering, projects pending release from Engineering and defined future aspects. ' Ensure that all work carried out conforms to the company's quality assurance procedures. ' Work with Quality Assurance to develop a point of manufacture quality assurance practice with suppliers to minimize incoming goods inspection. ' Ensure that all business relations between the unit and the supplier are carried out expeditiously and in a professional manner. ' Maintain relations with all other departments to keep purchasing personnel abreast of new product releases, quality trends and changes in the material input plan, etc. ' Maintain communication with other units and Corporate Purchasing in order to maximize the full potential of corporate leveraging. ' Develop and maintain inventory programs that are in alignment with the company's inventory reduction objectives. ' Administer the logistics of transporting product from the suppliers to the point of use. ' Adopt and implement lean manufacturing practices within the organization. The development and expansion of Kanbans internally and externally will be required to reduce manufacturing cycle time. ' Other duties as requested. Qualifications/Requirements Education and Experience Requirements: Position requires self motivated individual who takes responsibility for actions and is accountable for bottom line results. ' 5-7 years experience in Industrial Purchasing. ' BA Degree required. ' CPM preferred ' Knowledge of ITAR requirements preferred Demonstrated Skills: ' Must be familiar with mechanical terminology, component parts and manufacturing operations. ' Must understand the basic principles of packaging, marketing, accounting, planning, production, and material control. ' Must be able to read and interpret blueprints. ' Excellent communication skills. ' Six Sigma/Lean training preferred. Experience Requirements: See Above

Job Title: Purchasing Agent Company: Haven Custom Homes Location: Linthicum, MD Description: SummaryThe responsibilities of the position consist of managing the daily procurement requirements for residential production within a custom modular construction setting.   Education/Experience: 1.      College graduate.2.      Experience in residential construction and/or building products.3.      Purchasing experience is required.4.      Estimating experience is preferred.5.      Knowledge of Andersen IQ, Silverline IQ, Merillat M2OE, Timberline Estimating is preferred Skills and Attributes:1.      Detailed oriented and well organized;2.      High energy with a positive attitude, enthusiasm, social sensitivity and genuine interest in people;3.      Ability to communicate verbally and in writing as well as to be persuasive including great listening and problem solving skills;4.      Willingness and desire to learn;5.      Ability to think and respond to the unexpected;6.      Self-disciplined, proactive and responsible;7.      Advanced Microsoft Office & computer skills;8.      Team player, goal oriented. Essential Job Functions:1.      Daily review of Production Orders, Plans and Project Specifications to ensure accurate order placement of all fixtures/options required in residential construction (per ordering category)2.      Execute detailed and accurate purchase orders for all items required per job3.      Daily tracking of job specific orders to ensure timely delivery4.      Daily communication with plant Receiving Department to ensure job-specific items are accounted for accurately at the time of arrival5.      Daily updating of company reporting tools which detail order status, expected delivery dates, and total order costs6.      Daily tracking of back-ordered items and providing proactive communication to plant Receiving Department to ensure items eventual arrival7.      Product return logistics to ensure any products we can return to supplier’s for credit are done so on a timely basis with accounting follow up to ensure due credit is received8.      Daily coding of delivery tickets with invoices and issuing to Accounts Payable9.      Assist in item price maintenance in estimating database10.  Assist in pricing request for option specific items11.  Daily interaction with company supply base12.  Assist in the development of cost-effective, high performing supplier’s13.  Check status on Every Project, Every Product, Every Day  Disclaimer:  The above job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. The employee may be directed to perform other assigned activities, duties, or responsibilities as needed by his or her supervisor.

Job Title: Director of Purchasing Company: Aerotek Commercial Staffing Location: Valencia, CA Description: Our client, a large medical facility is looking for a qualified Director of Purchasing to join their team in Valencia, CA.SUMMARY Manages purchasing functions for entire Company. May also be responsible for the administration of leased property building services and contracts, which may include negotiation of new leases, including build outs, etc. Develops plans for firm wide procurement conformance/contracts on such items as medical supplies, printing, furniture, lab equipment, etc. Coordinates the necessary controls for purchasing diversified commodities on a competitive basis for the firm. Work includes purchasing, expediting and establishing good vendor/user relationships. . ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES-Directs activities which assist clinic locations/home office management in building selections, lease negotiations (for both renewals of existing leases and new leases), design, construction and furnishings. Acts as liaison between home office and clinic sites. -At new clinic locations, sources, arranges for and monitors construction electrical, mechanical, carpentry, actual move and other related activities.-Obtains written and /or oral quotations from vendors. Researches and sources favorable vendors/suppliers in procurement of commodities such for services/contracts, such as federal express, telephone services, laboratory equipment/services, office supplies/furniture, medical supplies, furniture, etc. -Analyzes specifications and determines best source for procurement.-Implements, and maintains effective communication with centers with regard to our national contracts to ensure full compliance at all USH locations. Organizes, monitors and updates group purchasing information. -May train and maintain users on telecom system, maintain/review contracts and inventories, updates call reports, facilities additions/deletions from v/m system.-May perform other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by Management.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES-Knowledge in the commercial brokerage field (i.e., lease negotiations/interpretations, build outs, blueprints, etc.).-Knowledge of architectural background is desirable-Skill in successful contract negotiations -Requires high quality writing and interpretation skills-Ability to organize and ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects; some of which are very deadline-oriented.-Work requires someone who has excellent communication skills and who can work autonomously.-Knowledge of laboratory, telecommunications, and general healthcare procurement practices and terminology.EDUCATIONBachelor’s degree in business or a related fieldEXPERIENCEAt least ten years experience within a purchasing department; five years experience in a management or supervisory role.

Job Title: Purchasing Manager - Company: Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Los Angeles based established Alarm Company; We have been providing solutions protecting people and property since 1991. We have the capability to design, to install, and to service Electrical System, Burglar and Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control Systems, Closed Circuit Television, Data System, Telephone System, Intercom Systems in commercial and residential applications. We are considered as one of the reputed General Contracting Company in the Greater Los Angeles County Area. We are presently seeking to fill in the position of Warehouse/Purchasing Manager. Successful candidates will be offered a full time position, base pay + incentives such as Medical Insurance. Responsibilities: ? Record Inventory of Materials ? Track and Maintain Logs of Equipments and Tools ? Organization of Warehouse ? Track Shipments and Record Receipt of Materials ? Negotiate with Vendors for the Best Price of Materials ? Create Submittals of Materials to be used in a Project ? Create Purchase Orders and Coordinate with Accounts Payable for Processing of Vendor Invoices ? Acquire Quotes and Proposals from Vendors Minimum Requirements: 1. Candidates must be well experienced in a Construction Environment. We will not be accepting applicants that do not possess this requirement. 2. Well versed in Office Applications such as Microsoft Office, Outlook and Inventory Software. 3. Most Materials are Related to Electrical and Low Voltage Systems. Highly knowledgeable in this field is a must. 4. Highly Resourceful and can perform Multitask. Please send in your resume via Email by replying to this ad or by fax. The fax number is Register to View .

Job Title: Purchasing Manager Company: SOS Location: Boise, ID Description: Purchasing ManagerSummary: Position responsible for overseeing the purchasing and estimating functions of the company. You must ensure the company is purchasing quality materials, labor and service at the most competitive rate available in the market. Duties and Responsibilities:• Responsible to negotiate labor, material, rebate and model discount contracts with all construction vendors and suppliers• Maintain good working relationships with vendors involved in the construction • Oversee all changes to product and product pricing a. Oversee the product change request programb. Quality control of all negotiated contracts• Supervise as required• Assist Director of Operations with value engineering of all plans• Assist Director of Construction with vendor improvement plansRequired skills:• Ability to manage relationships (internal and external) in a professional manner• Cost accounting type experience helpful• Must be organized• Managerial skills and the motivation to delegate, direct or monitor, as the need arises• Professional work ethic• Strong interpersonal skills• Highly motivated, disciplined, and self-directed• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook• Previous management experience Education:• 4-year degree preferred• Education/Experience in residential/commercial construction desirable• 3-5 years of experience in “manufacturing” purchasing• CPM designation is desirable

Job Title: Purchasing Coordinator Company: Darling Homes Location: Houston, TX Description: Darling Homes has an immediate opening for a Purchasing Coordinator in our Houston Regional office.Description of Work Position Purpose:Bidding of new & revised plans / subdivisions.  Bidding of new & revised Structural / Design Center options.Communication of products, orders, and specifications to suppliers and subcontractors.Provide support to Purchasing Manager, Division Managers, Construction Managers, and Design Center Staff.  Other assignments as warranted.Candidates should be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and have experience with a homebuilding software (AS400, JD Edwards, Fast, etc.).  3 years of experience (preferably with a mid to large volume builder) is required.  Field and/or Estimating experience is a plus.  Experience with Buzzsaw or AutoCAD is also a plus.  The ideal candidate will have the ability to determine priorities and work in an ever changing environment.  They will also have the ability to work with others or individually and will possess excellent communication skills, be detail oriented and adhere to company core values, characteristics and behaviors.

Job Title: Estimating Purchasing Manager, Senior Estimator with Advancement - Company: Location: Dallas, TX Description: I am seeking a long-term career as an Estimating / Purchasing Manager. I have extensive experience in residential, multi-family, and light commercial estimating and negotiating skills. I?m goal oriented, able to multi-task and possess strong analytical, organizational and communication skills. My managerial style is tactful, respectful, encouraging, inspiring, and committed to highest level of ethical behavior and compliance. With my strong understanding of industry practices, processes, standards, a thorough knowledge of construction methods, codes and regulations, cost controls, and schedules, I?m able to step into current projects at any phase. I excel at developing efficient estimating systems, implementing standardized construction document file management and organization, fostering vendor relationships, deriving cost reductive measures, specification and contract creation, writing and tracking change orders, and the ability to transform a group of staff into a team of professionals that will know how to take the company to the next level. Having held positions as an Estimating Manager / Sales Coordinator for one of the largest building material suppliers in the United States, as well as Senior Estimator for a fortune 200 national home builder, I feel I would be a great asset to your company. I?m willing to relocate to any location within the United States for the right opportunity to assist a company with an aggressive can-do attitude. I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss my qualifications regarding a present or foreseeable future career. Thank you for taking the time to review my qualifications. Sincerely, James P. Yurrick Estimating Purchasing Manager, Senior Estimator with Advancement Opportunity: James P. Yurrick 103 SW 4th Street Grand Rapids, MN 55744 Register to View Cell E-mail Address: Register to View OBJECTIVE: I am seeking a position as an Estimating / Purchasing Manager, or Senior Estimator with advancement opportunity with a residential / light commercial construction company. The company will be aggressive, goal oriented, and ready to increase production while adhering to an advanced degree of accuracy and customer service. WORK HISTORY: Hammerlund Construction, Inc., Grand Rapids Minnesota Field Engineer September 2008 ? September 2009 Mesabi Nugget Project I was responsible for all job costing, tracking budgets, employee time (102 employees at peak), writing service orders, billing, anchor bolt certificates, and resolving cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing data. The Mesabi Nugget project was a large iron mine project in Northern Minnesota. We were responsible for all rebar and concrete. HAWK Construction, Inc., Grand Rapids Minnesota Architectural Designer, Estimator, Project Manager March 2007-March 2008 I was responsible to design, draft, estimate, write scopes of work and specs, project manage, and handle all aspects of residential and light commercial construction projects. In addition, I was responsible to quote larger hard bid and design-build commercial projects; bid solicitation and analysis, unit price comparison and value interpretation, estimate assembly, and complete project information cataloging. My design work was performed on AutoCAD Architecture 2008, and SoftPlan R13, and I scheduled with Primavera. United Building Centers, Grand Rapids Minnesota Contractor Sales / In-house Designer April 2006 ? October 2006 Contractor Sales, Design and Estimating of new home construction. Centex Homes, Dallas Texas Senior Estimator March 2005 ? April 2006 I was a senior estimator for Centex Homes, St. Louis Missouri Division. I was responsible for accurate material takeoffs of framing lumber / engineered wood products, vinyl siding / accessories, and interior millwork for production homes and new models being developed. In addition, I assisted in research and writing of variance purchase orders, field auditing of building materials, preparing data for entry into EV2, as well as meeting weekly with our union carpentry foremen to discuss field issues. Universal Forest Products, Inc., Minneota Minnesota Estimating Manager / Sales Coordinator January 2003 ? March 2005 (2+ Years) I coordinated our estimating team to estimate and competitively bid multi (apartment buildings) and single-family construction framing packages (roof and floor trusses, wall panels, loose framing materials, roofing, and siding, etc.). My duties included performing material takeoffs, preparing proposals and checking takeoffs from 4 estimators and 1 assistant, processed change orders, job costing, and assisting the Sales Manager and GMO in contract negotiations. I utilized AutoCAD, BC Calc, Mitek Truss Engineering, MS Word, as well as an application I programmed with MS Access, and numerous spreadsheets I created with Excel. It is well within my expertise to estimate complex single-family, and large 4-story apartment buildings, as well as health care centers, banks, office complexes, or most any wood frame commercial projects, at a high volume pace, with the greatest return for the company as my objective. White Pine Builders, Inc., Eveleth Minnesota Estimator / Sales Engineer July 2001 ? January 2003 I helped increasing sales from one home a year to twelve my first year on the job. I was responsible for the construction of new homes from the initial greeting of a potential client to handing over the keys to the customer. I was responsible for sales, estimating and bid compilation, creating sales presentations, design and conceptual drawings, writing construction specifications and contracts, purchasing, project management, and creating homeowners manuals. During the course of the project I wrote all change orders, handled customer relations, customer service, project scheduling, job costing, and office management. In addition to the above duties, I created and maintained the company web site, designed all company documentation (company standards, building contract, company logo, warranty, etc.), computer maintenance and repair, marketing and ad copyrighting. Wausau Homes Inc., Wausau Wisconsin Sales Engineer / Estimator Aug. 2000 - July 2001 Estimated custom panelized and modular homes, as well as offered customer service to my 19 builder clients, and gave plant tours to their potential customers. I was one of three Wausau Homes Sales Engineers serving the state of Minnesota. I also performed daily tasks on SAP R3 - 4.3, which included delivery scheduling, part orders, and material tracking. Other applications I used on a daily basis include, TOPS (Total Order Pricing System), and the Microsoft Office suite of applications. Blandin Paper Company, Grand Rapids Minnesota Stock Prep Operator Dec. 1989 - Aug. 2000 (10+ years) My duties included kraft handling, Control of liquefied waste paper. While working in Stock Prep, I became very familiar with piping, valves, pulpers, beaters, material handling systems, etc. I also designed an interactive computer training module, which would be used to train future employees. I used the WinMops software created by Kvaerner Chemetics AB / Kvaerner Canada Inc., as well as Corel Draw, and Adobe Photo Deluxe. EDUCATION: 1986 - Dunwoody College of Technology- Minneapolis Minnesota Graduate of Architectural Drafting & Estimating Technology 1988 - Dunwoody College of Technology - Minneapolis Minnesota Continued Education Course, Computer Aided Drafting AutoCAD 1997 - Itasca Community College - Grand Rapids Minnesota Certificate, Visual Basic Computer Programming 2004 - Penn Foster Career School - Scranton Pennsylvania Certificate, Home Inspection 2004 - Lumber Tech Group ? Minneapolis Minnesota Certificate, Advanced Estimating REFERENCES: Excellent references available upon request