Purchasing Jobs in Florida

Job Title: Estimator / Purchasing Assistant - Construction Company: AAA Specialty Products of Fl. Location: Fort Myers, FL Description: Job Purpose:Projects and controls construction costs by collecting and studying information; controlling construction costs.Duties:* Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and requirements; setting priorities.* Prepares construction budget by studying home plans; updating specifications; identifying and projecting costs for each elevation.* Evaluates offers to purchase by costing changes, additions, and site requirements.* Obtains bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying qualified subcontractors; negotiating price.* Maintains cost keys and price masters by updating information.* Resolves cost discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.* Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.* Maintains quality service by following organization standards.* Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Skills/Qualifications:Analyzing Information, Developing Budgets, Vendor Relationships, Reporting Skills, Estimating, Decision Making, Teamwork, Documentation Skills, Quality Focus

Job Title: Mgr Purchasing 2 Company: Vought Aircraft Industries, Inc Location: Stuart, FL Description: Overview: Responsible for leading and managing a team of Purchasing professionals in a fast paced environment with a variety of purchasing initiatives required, all while maintaining records and files pertinent to purchasing information and Compliance requirements. This individual must be capable of purchasing complex aerospace components and assemblies as well as raw materials. He/She must be able to lead negotiations and be familiar with pricing data. The incumbent will manage supplier compliance to purchase order schedule, ensuring alignment of supplier capacity and delivery in support of manufacturing schedules and inventory objectives. Responsibilities: •Continuously develop and manage a team of Purchasing professionals while ensuring that purchase orders are completed and components / assemblies / raw materials are delivered in a timely manner to support production operations. •Lead the supplier selection process through active participation and negotiations. •Close management of procurement agents and suppliers to ensure that changes are implemented at suppliers to support engineering revisions and production time-line activities. •Continuous coordination with suppliers for program reviews and performance improvements. •Will be developing, maintaining, and publishing purchasing metrics. •Responsible for performance of all purchasing activities in accordance with company procedures, Sarbanes-Oxley and FAA requirements. •Having strong negotiation skills and understanding the values behind all major subcontracts in accordance with division and company goals and objectives are required. •This individual will be held responsible for building and developing a strong team while keeping the morale level high through steady and constant communication. •Responsible for executing, creating and promoting inventory reduction initiatives required. Qualifications: •10 years of related working Aerospace procurement management experience is required. •Bachelor's Degree in business, materials management, finance, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. •A thorough understanding and working experience of Aerospace structural assembly procurement is required. •Previously achieved success with managing supplier relationships with ability to demonstrate previous achievements while being responsible for performance to budget. •JIT /Min-Max experience preferred. •Knowledge and experience with global sourcing preferred. •Possessing a high level of energy is a must have to succeed in the role. •Highly developed problem-solving skills required with excellent interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. •Proven ability to influence and lead others without formal authority. •Ability to travel and work overtime. •Must have previously acquired excellent Microsoft Office Suites, including Word, PowerPoint and in-depth knowledge and strengths in using Excel and MS Project. Proficient working knowledge with using SAP ERP operating system. •Must have Lean Six Sigma experience/knowledge to lead supply chain Vought Operating System Excellence. Some relocation is available.

Job Title: Purchasing Manager Company: Toll Brothers Location: Orlando, FL Description: Join an award-winning Fortune 1000 luxury home builder!Toll Brothers Inc., America's Leading Luxury Home Builder, is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee vendor & subcontractor relations and management of all related contracts. This position will be based out of our Orlando office.Excellent opportunity to join a billion-dollar Forbes Global 2000 company! Qualifications: 3-5 years of experience in a homebuilding purchasing roleExperience negotiating national contractsExperience purchasing for high-volume home buildersSolid knowledge of residential building plans & materials from foundation to finishA college degree and construction products research experience are plusesWe offer an excellent benefits package, including comprehensive medical/dental, 401(k), discounted stock purchase, discounts on mortgages, homes, appliances, and much more!Come see why Toll Brothers has been attracting & retaining some of the best professionals in the industry -- APPLY ONLINE TODAY!

Job Title: Purchasing Manager Company: D.R. Horton Location: Tampa, FL Description: Job TitlePurchasing ManagerLocationTampa, FloridaDepartmentPurchasingJob DescriptionD.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.comfor more information.D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Purchasing Manager for their Purchasing Department. The right candidate will obtain and maintain best qualified and best-priced products and labor contracts to build homes.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage all aspects of purchasing for the divisionCreate budgets for upcoming projectsManage costs of existing projectsBid architectural plans to subcontractors and vendorsObtain quality work at a competitive pricePurchasing of materialHiring of contractors, suppliers and laborersSupervisory ResponsibilitiesDirectly supervises three to ten employees in the Purchasing Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization`s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Job RequirementsBachelor`s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including vision, medical and dental. Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America`s Builder.

Job Title: Experienced Assistant Estimator / Purchasing Coordinator Company: Location: Jacksonville, FL Description: Experienced Assistant Estimator / Purchasing Coordinator Responsibilities Include: 1. Prepare estimates, take-offs and pricing and suggest alternatives for pricing and both pre-planned and custom changes being able to do so either from construction or preliminary design documents. May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials. 2. Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate. Review and approve drawings prepared for the site. Participate in site visits to review accuracy and any necessary changes. Actively participate in analysis of drawings and field work for value engineering opportunities. 3. Obtain / maintain market cost knowledge (a must.) 4. Define requirements of trades for bids. Bid day negotiations with vendors. Scope review for new bids looking for overlap. Receive bids on bid day - evaluate considering price, delivery date, and past performance. Work with estimator to develop estimate of new bids. Call in final bid numbers and items to be filled out on form. Support all other department personnel as required including estimates in other disciplines. 5. Assist in gathering, researching and maintaining company historical data used in the bid/estimating function. 6. Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on prices from suppliers through direct contact, sales brochures, price lists, etc. Prepare summary reports from pre-existing data as required. Perform associated clerical duties as required: setting up files, maintaining department files, reproducing documents, drawings, etc for inclusion in bid proposals. 7. Implement cost structures for purchase orders, custom changes and price purchase orders as necessary ensuring target margins are met. 8. Create and track purchasing documents for buy-out. Purchasing planning of job buy-out. Expedite purchases and buy-outs with an intended below budget result. Coordinate invoice problems with vendor and accounting. 9. Coordinate delivery and quality requirements with vendor. Construction Schedule update with Superintendent. Construction Schedule review with PM team. Engage Project Superintendent/ Project Manager to provide input on schedule. Generate revenue projection report based on construction schedule. 10. Prepare all required documentation for purchase orders and subcontract negotiations. Negotiate terms and conditions of purchase orders. Negotiate and issue purchase change orders. Rapid expediting of purchase orders to insure timely delivery and lock in price as quoted. 11. Establish/maintain working contact with vendors. Meet with vendors regularly. Requirements for this Position: ? Minimum 5 years experience in Water and Waste Water Treatment Plant Construction Required ? Experience with bid process and negotiation experience is a must ? Good communication skills a must ? Organized Self-starter with ability to work independently and easily switch to team player ? Effective scheduler and estimator with cost skills ? Easily recognizes errors in numbers and has ability to identify opportunities for cost savings ? Understands and performs instruction accurately ? 4 year degree or equivalent experience Salary and Benefits: Starting Salary negotiated according to experience Benefits offered: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance, 401K Plan, Paid Vacation

Job Title: Construction Purchasing Manager Company: Location: South Florida, FL Description: Local construction company in south Broward is accepting resumes for the following position: We need the following qualifications 1) Heavy Construction related experience ( Shell Construction ) 2) Purchasing Manager 3) Accounts Payable / Receivables 4) Experience with Purchase order systems 5) Experience with Quickbooks 6) Experiences scheduling and coordinating 7) Experience with PR and leasing procedures 8) Experience with cost accounting for construction Please include pay requirements