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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description Description:
Kanawha Scales &amp; Systems, a division of American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading Industrial Weighing solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people. 
 
We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions.
 
Position Summary:
 
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our dynamic team.
 
The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for sourcing high-quality materials, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies align with company objectives. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
 
The Purchasing Manager will collaborate closely with internal departments, including operations, finance, and inventory management, to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and support overall business goals. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of reducing costs, improving procurement efficiency, and maintaining strong supplier partnerships.
 
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Manage purchasing, inventory, and shipping/receiving department personnel</li>
<li>Train new personnel in proper processes of ordering, order entry, payment approvals, inventory control, documentation, and customer service</li>
<li>Manage relations with key suppliers and shipping agents</li>
<li>Oversee International shipments including accuracy of shipment, proper documentation for finance and regulatory departments</li>
<li>Ensure accurate inventory is maintained while minimizing overstocking</li>
<li>Direct purchasing duties as needed and cover positions within department as needed to ensure timely ordering and receipt of customer product</li>
<li>Maintain good working relationship with production departments including TS, service, and administrative to ensure needs are met</li>
<li>Oversee hiring of contractors for building services including cleaning and maintenance</li>
<li>Handle ordering of capital equipment as directed by management to specifications needed</li>
<li>Work on continuous improvement of processes and procedures within department and companywide to ensure uninterrupted supply chain to branches, production, and service departments</li>
<li>Develop and manage department metrics to support ISO</li>
<li>Continually monitor key vendor relationships to ensure company receives best pricing and service</li>
<li>All other work related duties as assigned by management</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Strong communication and negotiation skills</li>
<li>Attention to Detail</li>
<li>Organized and able to handle heavy volumes and pressing deadlines</li>
<li>Strong computer skills including ERP systems, Word, and Excel</li>
<li>Strong ethic</li>
<li>High school degree required, Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent preferred.</li>
<li>Applicable industry related work experience is a plus</li>
</ul>
 
Work Environment, Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
<ul>
<li>Office environment- sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li>
<li>Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.</li>
</ul>
 
What we offer:
We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
<ul>
<li>Cigna Health Insurance (Kaiser in CA)</li>
<li>FSA &amp; HSA healthcare employer contribution</li>
<li>Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans</li>
<li>Dental and Vision Plans</li>
<li>Company paid STD &amp; LTD Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Educational and Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Maternity (12-wks) and Paternity leave</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Basic &amp; Voluntary Life AD&amp;D</li>
<li>4% 401K Employer Match, with 6% of your Contribution</li>
<li>Company Paid Time Off (PTO)</li>
<li>Company provided PPE</li>
<li>Discounts on products and services</li>
<li>Opportunities to network and connect</li>
</ul>
American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers' overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States.
 
Our Commitment to Inclusion &amp; Belonging:
 
At American Equipment Holdings, we are dedicated to engaging with the widest possible range of talent. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and engagement, enabling us to attract creative individuals and develop exceptional products, services, and solutions. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
 
Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.
 
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements:
 
 
Compensation details: 60000-65000 Yearly Salary
 
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Purchasing Manager

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide. Since its humble beginnings in 1929, it has become the leading supplier of soilless growing mixes to North America’s top 100 greenhouse and nursery growers, shipping over 70,000 truckloads of product annually. Sun Gro products are made to exacting standards and conform to high product quality and performance criteria. Sun Gro Horticulture recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of Sun Gro® is to promote individual employees’ sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Sun Gro Horticulture. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, Sun Gro.GENERAL SUMMARY: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Lead region’s Purchasing Assistants in achieving;
<ul>
<li>Budgeted Cost targets</li>
<li>Delivery Volumes and Timeliness</li>
<li>Terms Improvements</li>
<li>Cost Reduction Opportunities</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The Regional Buyer / Planner manages budgetary spend for raw materials and expenses in full compliance of Sun Gro’s purchasing policy and programs.</li>
<li>Will manage all procurement aspects of a Sun Gro facility as well as lead a regional team of site purchasing agents.</li>
<li>Responsible for the management of regional source selections and execution of Corporate led supplier sourcing and global strategic initiatives. </li>
<li>Products and services are to be secured at cost, quality and delivery competitive levels consistent with company policy. </li>
<li>This position will be responsible for the execution plan at the site level for Sun Gro facilities driving volume spend programs associated with National and Regional programs. </li>
<li>Responsible for the timely planning and delivery of raw material to support multiple site management of inventory control levels, MRO, capital equipment and efficient use of Sun Gro BC system.</li>
<li>Proficient management of multi-site ERP / MRP platforms utilizing forecast and MRP data tools to drive raw material reloads, maintaining desired inventory flow and management in full support of forecasted and new sales opportunities. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Research, Interview both current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, capacity, transportation logistics inventory control and management, negotiate prices and delivery terms with guidance provided by Corporate Purchasing and site Plant managers.</li>
<li>Select, secure and analyze supplier quotations, negotiating price and terms with suppliers, recommending suppliers with respect to Cost, Quality and Delivery</li>
<li>Effectivity utilize Sun Gro ERP systems to determine and maintain sku item level stocking, establish optimal reorder points for raw materials and oversee this process at other site responsible locations.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Responsible for initiation of purchase orders to secure raw materials and properly requisitioned MRO supplies through delivery and payment within Nav system.</li>
<li>Visit potential suppliers, new facilities and qualify them through Sun Gro Supplier on boarding process.</li>
<li>Provide leadership &nbsp;in the resolution of any product, design, quality and or delivery problems. </li>
<li>Coordinates as necessary any Quality matters or material change requests or issues between company and supplier, to include product return and credits.&nbsp;&nbsp; </li>
<li>Provide operational support to Safety and Quality teams as required.</li>
<li>Provide regional support to Corporate Purchasing Manager with raw material sourcing, planning, forecasting and overall supplier development.</li>
<li>Lead a team of Regional Purchasing agents provide guidance and leadership to fulfill all site level actives related to the Sun Gro procurement plan.</li>
<li>Work in conjunction with site plant managers to provide annual(C &amp; R) requirements tied to regional team focused objectives and personal development.</li>
<li>Project member for all site capital improvement projects or replacement of aged or expiring leased equipment. Responsible for efficient project capital budget and all purchases associated with approved CEA (Capital spend.)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Strong customer focus - includes the ability to balance the needs of the customer with the needs of the business as well as fostering a strong customer focus mindset.</li>
<li>Strong Fact Based Decision Making skills – supports decisions with data and uses data to solve problems</li>
<li>Ability to Establish Plans – set clear, measureable goals, anticipating roadblocks and adjusts for problems, can accurate assess the length and difficulty of tasks.</li>
<li>Change Champion – able to communicate changes, remove obstacles and understand who needs to be involved in driving changes.</li>
<li>Strong execution skills – monitors progress to ensure achievement of goals, coordinate with other work groups.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Supply Chain Awareness - Influence other parts of the business to value supply chain as integral and strategically important and communicates clear understanding of key business drivers and interdependencies.</li>
<li>Influence Others - Can negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups.&nbsp; Can win concessions without damaging relationships.</li>
<li>Business Process Orientation - Gains strategic process alignment across functions consistent with corporate strategies and goals.&nbsp; Challenges status quo to eliminate non-value added work and continuously</li>
<li>Fosters Teamwork – values all employee’s contributions, involving team in decisions that affect them and discourages “we” vs. “them” attitude.</li>
<li>improve processes</li>
<li>Financial Management</li>
<li>Ethical Conduct</li>
<li>Proficiency with MRP </li>
<li>Project Management</li>
<li>Communication Proficiency</li>
<li>Negotiating and Supplier Relationship Management</li>
<li>Excellent organizational skills.</li>
<li>Manage and offer improvements to site Procure to Pay process</li>
<li>Review all Sun Gro process for efficiency and recommend improvements.</li>
<li>Positive “Can Do” attitude</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office</li>
<li>BC operating software.</li>
<li>ADP Processing</li>
</ul>
 &nbsp;&nbsp;EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
<ul>
<li>BA degree preferred or two to five years of related procurement experience</li>
<li>Production, manufacturing experience. </li>
<li>Previous team leadership experience desired.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>This job is in an office environment, requiring the use of standard office equipment, computers, phones, scan / copy and filing.</li>
<li>This position is a sedentary office role, some occasion filing and lifting of office products and supplies up to 20 pounds.</li>
<li>Travel is primarily local during business days, although some out of area and overnight travel may be expected.</li>
</ul>
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Regional Purchasing Lead

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
Hey Purchasing Leader,
Ready to jump into a role that’s all about driving success, building strong relationships, and making things happen? As a Purchasing Manager, you’ll lead a team in shaping the future of our procurement operations, with a focus on sourcing, inventory management, vendor relations, and supporting an outstanding customer experience in a dynamic distribution environment. You’ll be the catalyst for continued development of our amazing team, optimizing processes, and creating systems that meet company goals while championing quarterly rocks. We operate using the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) framework—check out the book Traction by Gino Wickman for more details. Whether it’s crafting strategies or collaborating with internal and external partners, your role is all about achieving big things with a team effort.
 
If you have the following, we want to connect with you:
<ul>
<li>Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in managing and supervising teams</li>
<li>Humility, integrity and immersing yourself into our family</li>
<li>Background in distribution will help the learning curve significantly! Manufacturing or service background is great, but you will have a steep learning curve</li>
<li>A proactive, problem-solving attitude and the ability to think outside the box</li>
<li>A knack for clear communication and collaboration with internal teams, customers, and vendors</li>
<li>Strong decision-making skills, even in fast-moving situations</li>
<li>The love for data to create actionable plans</li>
<li>Comfortable in an evolving environment where fast adapting is needed</li>
</ul>
We look forward to hearing from you!
 
PURPOSE:
The Purchasing Manager, under the direction of the Purchasing Director, is responsible for overseeing the procurement operations of the team, including sourcing, inventory management, vendor relations, and supporting the customer experience within a distribution environment. Developing people, processes, and systems to achieve key performance indicator goals, along with setting product category strategies and being a strategic partner (internally &amp; externally), are necessary to achieve company objectives.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
<ul>
<li>Manage assigned supplier relationships and conduct all related procurement responsibilities for those suppliers</li>
<li>Identify and develop new suppliers with the goal of providing the best overall value to our internal and external customers</li>
<li>Hire, train, and coach Purchasing Agents on job performance standards</li>
<li>Establish department objectives in accordance with the company goals</li>
<li>Responsible for meeting or exceeding key performance indicators of GMROI, inventory turns, and fill rates, and driving department performance to achieve set goals</li>
<li>Utilize our ERP and MRP systems to set inventory policies that achieve company and customer needs</li>
<li>Maintain working knowledge of all Purchasing related processes and best practices and implement procedures that are pertinent to an efficient operation and enhanced customer experience</li>
<li>Develop and utilize vendor performance score cards and create corrective action plans as needed</li>
<li>Work with internal and external partners towards continuous improvement initiatives</li>
<li>Partner with suppliers, Sales, Customer Service, and Warehouse Teams to resolve product receiving, quality, and vendor-return related concerns</li>
<li>Assist in determining category strategies and set inventory policies to support those strategies</li>
<li>Partner with Sales, Marketing, and other teams to implement initiatives that align purchases and category focus towards strategic suppliers, Nassco brand initiatives, and category strategies</li>
<li>Partner with Purchasing Agents to resolve supplier or procurement issues in a timely manner</li>
<li>Lead and assist with vendor consolidation and SKU rationalization initiatives</li>
<li>Negotiate best product costs, supplier programs, and rebates to support overall company profitability</li>
<li>Create and support best practices for managing data and SKU hygiene within our ERP system</li>
<li>Provide back-up support to Purchasing Team members as needed</li>
</ul>
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Proven leadership with managerial and supervisory experience</li>
<li>Self-starter and collaborator with a focus on serving and helping others</li>
<li>Demonstrates proactive problem-solving initiative</li>
<li>Capable of challenging conventional wisdom, being open-minded, innovative, and self-confident in the face of adversity</li>
<li>Effectively communicate and respond to questions from internal leaders, customers, and other employees in a professional manner</li>
<li>Make sound business decisions and judgments with or without management approval</li>
<li>Ability to gather and analyze data, and create effective project plans and processes</li>
<li>Productive in a fast-paced team environment</li>
</ul>
 
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills</li>
<li>A courteous and professional demeanor with a strong positive attitude</li>
<li>Distribution experience in the Jan/San, Packaging, and Foodservice industries are a plus</li>
<li>Detail oriented, organized, and possesses strong ability to multi-task to satisfy competing priorities and deadlines</li>
<li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint</li>
<li>Working knowledge of ERP and MRP systems</li>
<li>Comfortable learning new reporting software with the vision to create reporting tools to drive goal achievement.</li>
<li>BA or BS in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics Management or related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience can be substituted for academic degrees or industry certifications</li>
<li>CPIM, C.P.M., or CPSM certifications are desirable</li>
<li>3-5 years of distribution procurement experience, including purchasing, inventory management, supply chain management, supplier relationships, negotiation, and basic Cost Accounting</li>
</ul>
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position manages a team of Purchasing Agents across multiple locations.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Specific vision abilities required by this job require frequent use of a computer monitor.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position resides in an office/cubical environment with regular utilization of computer, phone, printers, etc. Work environment includes periodic exposure to dust and variances in temperature due to the warehouse atmosphere. Will also be regularly exposed to fragrances and odors that come from the storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment. Noise level is quiet. Travel to other branch locations may be required, where members from the decentralized team reside, and/or to vendor locations for inspections/tours/assessments.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Do you enjoy working as part of a fast-paced/behind the scenes team to ensure customers have accurate timelines on delivery of the products they need to get the job done?
At Tower Products Incorporated, our Purchasing Team is looking for their next dynamic team member to support the Purchasing Department. The right candidate will have an eye for detail, enjoy extracting and populating data, can multitask and remain flexible throughout the course of the day. Tasks include, but not limited to, updating shipment confirmations, price changes, drop shipments, etc. 
Summary:
<ul>
<li>be ready for a challenging position that requires the ability to work in a fast paced professional environment</li>
<li>possess strong organization, memory, and people skills</li>
<li>be able to support our vendor and customer base with clear verbal and written communication</li>
<li>have experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook</li>
<li>have a strong work ethic</li>
</ul>
Key responsibilities:
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<li>phone, email, and written communication with various vendors and in-house team members</li>
<li>consistently maintain/update accurate vendor information and purchase order/eta status</li>
<li>prompt, consistent attention and communication re: problem orders, shipments, etc</li>
<li>assist and interface with Purchasing Agents, Customer Service/Sales, Accounting, Receiving teams, etc.</li>
<li>investigating vendor discrepancies</li>
<li>Assist with Drop Ship coverage as needed</li>
<li>work cooperatively toward the common goal of customer satisfaction</li>
<li>prioritize and perform many tasks without losing focus on the goal</li>
<li>develop proficiency navigating current ERP system</li>
</ul>
Knowledge and Skills Requirements:
<ul>
<li>strong computer/accurate data entry skills – EXCEL a plus</li>
<li>strong problem solving skills</li>
<li>detail oriented</li>
<li>effective communication skills </li>
<li>high degree of maturity, professionalism coupled with courteous, flexible and helpful approach to working as part of a team</li>
</ul>
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Hours: Mon – Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm 
Starting Salary: $18.00 Hour
Entry Level Position that is Not Remote
 
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
 
 Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm Full Time Position - 40 hours a week In house - not remote

Purchasing Clerical Support

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Title: Director of Purchasing Department: Procurement Location: Alpharetta, GA Reports To: President Status: Full Time, Exempt/Salaried
Position Overview
The Director of Purchasing at GrayWolf is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of procurement operations across industrial construction projects. This includes sourcing commodities, subcontractor services, and capital goods within the concrete, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and piping disciplines. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical procurement knowledge, robust vendor and subcontractor management skills, and the ability to lead a high-performing team while driving process improvement and systems integration initiatives. This role is essential in helping GrayWolf execute projects with precision and efficiency while managing risk, optimizing value, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
<ul>
<li>Lead and manage the company’s procurement strategy, aligning purchasing activities with project requirements, budgets, and schedules.</li>
<li>Develop and implement standardized policies, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance, consistency, and efficiency.</li>
<li>Drive procurement process improvements and support the ongoing Oracle ERP system implementation.</li>
<li>Provide direction to purchasing managers and agents; evaluate performance and support team development.</li>
</ul>
Procurement Execution &amp; Oversight
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<li>Oversee end-to-end procurement for industrial construction projects, including bid solicitation, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and purchase execution.</li>
<li>Support complex procurement of subcontractor services, including scope evaluation, technical analysis, and terms and conditions.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with company financial, legal, and quality assurance requirements.</li>
<li>Interface regularly with SVPs, Project Management, Finance, and Legal to ensure alignment on key priorities and project milestones.</li>
</ul>
Vendor Management &amp; Market Intelligence
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<li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors across relevant trades.</li>
<li>Identify and qualify new vendors; evaluate vendor performance, pricing trends, capacity, and reliability.</li>
<li>Provide real-time market intelligence and pricing forecasts to internal stakeholders for budgeting and estimating.</li>
<li>Support ongoing cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives across procurement categories.</li>
</ul>
Team &amp; Process Development
<ul>
<li>Foster a self-starting, change-driven, and collaborative team culture.</li>
<li>Lead the procurement team in executing against project needs while continuously improving systems and processes.</li>
<li>Provide guidance on conflict resolution, procurement escalations, and high-value contract negotiations.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
Required Experience:
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 10 years of progressive procurement experience in the industrial construction sector including technical buying of services (civil, structural, mechanical, piping, E&amp;I, concrete, etc.).</li>
<li>Proven success managing end-to-end procurement processes and teams.</li>
<li>Experience negotiating complex contracts and service agreements.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of procurement best practices, vendor management, material logistics, and contract law.</li>
<li>Experience working in environments with compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, LEED).</li>
</ul>
Preferred Education:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field.</li>
</ul>
Nice to Have:
<ul>
<li>Existing relationships with GrayWolf’s vendor/supplier base.</li>
<li>Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems.</li>
</ul>
Software &amp; Systems Proficiency
<ul>
<li>Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)</li>
<li>Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems</li>
<li>Bluebeam PDF, procurement tracking platforms, and scheduling software </li>
</ul>
Work Environment &amp; Travel
<ul>
<li>Typical office environment with occasional travel to vendor sites, job locations, or other GrayWolf offices.</li>
<li>Will require occasional extended hours during peak project periods.</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license and acceptable insurance required.</li>
</ul>

Director of Purchasing

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Senior Purchasing Agent must have a strong ability to quickly and accurately perform purchasing duties, work independently and have a proven track record of being a top performer in all aspects of Purchasing. The Senior Purchasing Agent is responsible for assisting in training Purchasing Agents and maintaining all day-to-day purchasing functions, including sourcing new vendors and trades, vendor/trade management, vendor/trade negotiations, obtaining reduced costs, purchase order / work order execution and management to include managing purchasing projects as requested. Coordinates purchasing activities with other departments to maintain positive relationships and communication. Improves/creates better purchasing processes and standards. Ensures compliance with company rules, policies, and procedures. Duties include:
Controlling and Reducing Costs*Choose vendors using a balanced approach, including quality, cost, and service.*Participate and provide data to support vetting of vendors and suppliers by reviewing terms and conditions, scopes of work, establishing pricing, contract formulation, and any supplier management conditions affecting the Division.*Procure contracts and material costs at the lowest possible cost, while maintaining quality and service standards.*Work with other departments to value engineer new product and projects.*Provide support and feedback for purchasing strategy adjustments.*Provide support and feedback regarding purchasing processes to Purchasing team.*Work with peers to come up with ideas to cut costs. Motivate each other to achieve these goals.*Complete detailed estimates of costs and quantities of residential products using comparative and differential estimating techniques in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.*Design and implement strategies that reduce build-times, cost, and maintain or increase quality standards.*Directly responsible for purchasing information accuracy on sales documents (option prices, custom option costing and pricing, selection, colors, etc.).Variance Reporting*Meet the goal of &lt;.5% variances for all houses in all subdivisions.*Create and analyze Variance Report on a monthly basis. Work with peers to give explanations of variances that are over/under $300.*Be diligent in working with Accounting to fix any variance issues after reviewing the Variance Report.*Ensure the Exception Report is processed within 3.5 hours of receipt from Accounting; submit to Construction Project Managers by 12PM and back to Accounting by 1:30PM.Hard Costs*Provide hard costs for new communities and plans in a timely fashion.*Complete all hard cost updates by the assigned deadline. *Bid lumber by the assigned deadline. *Run and review Hard Cost Report (following Hard Cost Process exactly) and submit to Purchasing Manager 7 days before Hard Cost deadline.*Run and review Option Price Updates (following Option Price Update Process exactly) and submit to Purchasing Manager 3 days before Option Price Deadline.Custom Options*Review and track Custom Option Request. Assist Estimating team with custom options requests if needed. Ensure all estimates are completed within 3 days of the request or 5 days for structural request that requires a drawing.*Responsible for the accuracy of custom option estinmates for Sales. Perform related administative duties, as assigned.House Release*Follow House Release Process exactly to ensure correct variance reporting.*Provide detailed Load Budget Request Sheet to Accounting with proper expectations when asking for budgets to be loaded.Vendor Paperwork*Manage compliance with vendor documents (Scope of Work, Subdivisions Spec Sheet, Master Agreement, etc.).*Manage and execute vendor documents for new and existing communities.*Maintain community specific documents (community specs, options, Schedule As, etc.).Rebates*Ensure that Hakes Brothers is submitting and collecting on all rebate programs quarterly by the 10th of the month.Builder of Choice*Help Hakes Brothers become the Builder of Choice for our trade contractors. Manage trade contractors and suppliers relationships so they can accomplish their jobs effectively and efficiently. Work with trade contractors to create value for them, as well as for Hakes Brothers. Be firm but fair; be consistent and reliable; instill discipline, provide proper materials to execute job; negotiate pricing that creates a win-win atmosphere; be a good listener, and show respect.Manage Professional Relationships*Cooperate with other departments and work to better the overall culture at Hakes Brothers.Professional Appearance / Team Player*Always look, dress and speak professionally.*Help accomplish whatever task is at-hand to ensure that Hakes Brothers continues to be an industry leader.Vehicle*Must own or have access to a vehicle for daily work.*Must carry a valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.
 
Other
<ul>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Education
<ul>
<li>Required: High School diploma or GED</li>
</ul>
Experience / Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Required: Three to five years experience in Purchasing</li>
<li>Requires: Three years Residential Construction Experience</li>
<li>Required: Proven track record of being a Top Performer in all aspects of Purchasing</li>
<li>Required: Must own or have access to vehicle for daily work </li>
<li>Required: Valid drivers license and auto liability insurance</li>
</ul>
Skills / Abilities
<ul>
<li>Strong ability to quickly and accurately perform purchasing duties with little to no managerial assistance </li>
<li>Self Motivated and a great team player and leader</li>
<li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail </li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving skills </li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements
<ul>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer</li>
<li>Must be able to access and navigate all areas under consideration in all types of weather </li>
<li>Ability to work in various weather conditions - heat, rain, cold, etc.</li>
</ul>

Sr. Purchasing Agent

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
WE ARE 
Work in Paradise! Join the team of the Napa Valley Wine Train. This historically, luxury, and Iconic experience has been a staple in Napa's Wine Country for over 30 years. As a F&amp;B Purchasing Agent, you get to be a part of this iconic history. 
OUR CULTURE | Individual Distinction, Collective Soul
The Noble House Hotels &amp; Resorts philosophy emphasizes "location, distinction, and soul." Our properties are not a "one-size-fits-all." And neither are our team members. What makes us the company we are lies within our team. We are a group of individuals that share a passion for hospitality. We let our personalities shine, and we like to have fun.
Napa Valley Wine Train has an array of enticing (and delicious) adventures, there is always something new to try on the Napa Valley Wine Train. 
A day in the life...
As a F&amp;B Purchasing Agent, you're empowered to establish operating procedures and ensure that all departments have adequate supplies to perform operational duties in an efficient manner. Ensure compliance with policy and procedures, and oversees and directs all purchasing, receiving &amp; food &amp; beverage storeroom with staff. Monitor vendors for quality, service, and price through standard purchasing specifications.
Requirements:
All job functions are required but not limited to aforementioned
Secondary Job Functions
-Exceptional organization and accounting skills
-Excellent personal communication skills
-Demonstrated ability to support teams of people and meet deadlines.
-Detail oriented, able to handle several tasks simultaneously
-Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds 
-Minimum Entry level computer skills, with an emphasis on outlook, Excel, and Food&amp; Beverage software a plus 
-Adhere to NHHR/NVWT policies, practices, and procedures. 
 
Physical Abilities
The physical demands described here are the representations of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and requirements of the job position.
-Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, and balance.
-Ability to maneuver around others and be maneuvered around others.
-Use of hands and fingers to handle items and goods.
-Able to reach with hands and arms.
-Able to hear, talk, taste, and smell.
-Vision requirements include close and distant, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to focus.
-Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds. 
 
Offer &amp; Benefits
In return, our Purchasing Agents are rewarded with a competitive compensation plus benefits. We offer health benefits through Kaiser &amp; Blue Shield California, 14 days of accrued PTO annually, matching 401K, and the opportunity to work in paradise as a part of a great team in a place where you can be proud. We offer a flexible schedule to fit our mutual needs. If you enjoy being a part of a team providing an excellent experience for our guests and meeting new people, we invite you to apply and become a Purchasing Manager in our professional, fun Napa Valley Wine Train team.
 
At Napa Valley Wine Train, we take pride in supporting our initiatives towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility. We have established a hotel committee to bring together a variety of thoughts, perspectives, and expressions – and we would love for you to share yours with the team!
 
Noble House Hotels &amp; Resorts are proud to encourage and support an environment where everyone can be a successful team member (come as they are) as their true authentic self. We are an equal opportunity workplace and employer that does not discriminate based on race, color, disability, gender/sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to building a team (rooted in family) and a workplace where we are all able to be successful based solely on our individual qualifications, experience, abilities and job performance.

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