Purchasing Agent

Description D.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.com for more information. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Purchasing Agent. The right candidate will coordinate vendor sourcing, bid review, purchase order processing, and recordkeeping to help the organization obtain goods and services on time and at competitive prices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Identify and contact potential vendors, confirm qualifications, and request bids or quotationsCompare bids based on price, quality, availability, and delivery terms; provide information to support vendor selectionSuggest alternate vendors and bulk purchasing opportunities that may reduce costsAssist vendors with setup and use of the organization’s purchasing systemsProcess approved purchases and issue purchase orders as directed by buyers or other authorized personnelMaintain accurate records of purchase orders, purchases, and paymentsTrack open orders and follow up with vendors and internal teams to address delivery delays or order discrepanciesReview purchasing data and vendor performance to identify recurring issues and opportunities to improve the purchasing processReview purchase requests for compliance with organizational purchasing policies and escalates exceptions if necessaryCoordinate with internal departments to understand upcoming purchasing needs and required delivery datesConduct all business in a professional and ethical manner Ability to travel overnightRegular and reliable attendance Qualifications Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university or equivalent years of education and experienceOne to two years of related experience and/or trainingAbility to apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to purchasing decisionsAbility to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with vendors and colleaguesStrong attention to detail while managing multiple deadlinesAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applicationsStrong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essentialAbility to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral visionThe noise level is generally moderate Preferred Qualifications Experience using a purchasing, procurement, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) system preferredProficiency with spreadsheets to compare quotations, track orders, and analyze purchasing data 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: Medical, Dental and Vision401(K)Employee Stock Purchase PlanFlex Spending AccountsLife & Disability InsuranceVacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company HolidaysMultiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo