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LonG BEACH PUBLIC SCHOOLS Long Beach Public Schools, a diverse district with high expectations for students and staff, is seeking innovative and caring candidates who reflect the diversity that makes our community unique to fill the following positions: •PURCHASING AGENT -DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES &amp; OPERATIONS Please apply online: <a href="http://www.olasjobs.org" target="_blank">www.olasjobs.org</a> Please visit www.I|beach.org to learn more is an Equal Opportunity Employer A Servi ‘ovided by Nassau BOCES

PURCHASING AGENT & DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES & OPERATIONS

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for monitoring costs associated with products in both development and construction phases, collaborating with other departments to identify and implement new and more cost-efficient methods and materials, sourcing new vendors and trades, vendor/trade negotiations to obtain reduced costs, and purchase order/work order execution. Duties include:
Controlling and Reducing Costs
<ul>
<li>Choose vendors using a balanced approach, including quality, cost, and service. </li>
<li>Procure contracts and material costs at the lowest possible cost while maintaining quality and service standards. </li>
<li>Work with other departments to value engineer new product and projects.</li>
<li>Provide support and feedback for purchasing strategy adjustments.</li>
<li>Work with peers to come up with ideas to cut costs; motivate each other to achieve these goals. </li>
<li>Complete detailed estimates of costs and quantities of residential products using comparative and differential estimating techniques in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. </li>
<li>Design and implement strategies that reduce build-times, cost, and maintain or increase quality standards. </li>
<li>Directly responsible for purchasing information accuracy on sales documents (option prices, custom option costing and pricing, selection, colors, etc.).</li>
</ul>
New Communities
<ul>
<li>Provide accurate quantity takeoffs for new plans. </li>
<li>Create accurate material list for each new plan. </li>
<li>Create accurate contract budget for each new plan. </li>
<li>Negotiate with trade contractors and vendors to deliver high value.</li>
<li>Create accurate lot premium budget for each new subdivision.</li>
</ul>
Variance Reporting
<ul>
<li>Track VPOs on a dialy basis on the VPO Log. </li>
<li>Forward all "VPO Approved" e-mails to the appropriate Superintendent to make them aware of the extra material thiat is ordered. </li>
<li>Review the VPO Log at month end and give recommendations for changes to improve future variances. </li>
<li>Submit Variance Report to the Purchasing Manager by the 25th of the month for all homes closed in the previous month. </li>
<li>Process Exception Reports within 3 to 5 hours of receipt from Accounting (submit to Construction by 12PM and to Accounting by 1:30PM).</li>
</ul>
Hard Costs
<ul>
<li>Complete all hard cost updates by the assigned deadline.</li>
<li>Bid lumber by the assigned deadline. </li>
<li>Run and review Hard Cost Report (following Hard Cost Process exactly). </li>
<li>Run and review Option Price Updates (following Option Price Update Process exactly) and turn into Purchasing Manager 3 days prior to option price deadline. </li>
<li>Enforce vendor increase policies. </li>
</ul>
Custom Options
<ul>
<li>Track custom option requests and status on Custom Option Tracker.</li>
<li>Estimate custom options (ensure all estimates are completed within 3 days of the request or within 5 days for structural requests that require a drawing).</li>
<li>Responsible for the accuracy of all custom option estimates for Sales.</li>
</ul>
House Release
<ul>
<li>Follow House Release process exactly to ensure correct variance reporting.</li>
<li>Provide detailed Load Budget Request Sheet to Accounting with proper expectations when asking for budgets to be loaded.</li>
</ul>
Cost Cuts
<ul>
<li>Strive to achieve cost cut goals each quarter through negotiating and value engineering. </li>
<li>Record progress on Cost Cut Tracker.</li>
</ul>
Vendor Paperwork
<ul>
<li>Update Vendor Paperwork Tracker every Thursday. </li>
<li>Record date of the most recently signed Schedule A for all vendors.</li>
</ul>
Rebates
<ul>
<li>Ensure that Hakes Brothers is submitting and collecting on all rebate programs on a quarterly basis by the 10th of the month.</li>
</ul>
Builder of Choice
<ul>
<li>Help Hakes Brothers become the Builder of Choice for our trade contractors. Manage trade contractors and supplier 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; give ample lead times; provide proper materials to execute the job; pay on time; be a good listener, and show respect.</li>
</ul>
Manage Professional Relationships
<ul>
<li>Cooperate with other departments and work to better the overall culture at Hakes Brothers.</li>
</ul>
Professional Appearance / Team Player
<ul>
<li>Always look, dress and speak professionally. </li>
<li>Be a Leader. Be an example to other Purchasing Agents. Be the top performer of each of the Purchasing Agent responsibilities. Be a positive voice for the company.</li>
</ul>
Vehicle
<ul>
<li>Must own or have access to vehicle for daily work. </li>
<li>Must carry a valid driver's icense and auto liability insurance.</li>
</ul>
Other
<ul>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Education
<ul>
<li>Required: High School diploma or GED</li>
</ul>
Experience / Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Preferred: At least two years' relevant experience</li>
</ul>
Skills / Abilities
<ul>
<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>

Purchasing Agent

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description

Webb Supply is a well-recognized name in the HVAC Equipment and Supply business with 6 locations in Cleveland, Elyria, Akron, Ashtabula and Youngstown. Webb Supply is owned by Heritage Distribution Holdings, a U.S. platform for global HVAC Wholesaler Beijer Ref. For over 50 years Webb Supply has grown to become one of the leading local providers of heating, air conditioning and plumbing products, selling to HVAC contractors as well as other unique accounts across Northeast Ohio.
We value the dedication and solid work ethic of our employees. We offer excellent compensation including salary, 401k, health benefits, flexible spending account, paid vacation, holidays, and a friendly professional working environment. Benefits begin on the first day of employment.
Duties &amp; Primary Responsibilities: Purchasing Agents are responsible for procuring inventory and supplies for the company. They will also monitor requisition orders and other documents pertaining to the purchase of supplies and stock. They work closely with vendors and suppliers to foster positive relationships. They will also maintain documentation of purchases for record keeping purposes.
Other Roles &amp; Functions: The Purchasing Agent may also work closely with warehouse staff to ensure that items ordered and received are correct and to maintain acceptable inventory volumes. They may also work closely with marketing personnel while analyzing optimal products for Webb Supply’s customer base.
Purchasing Agent will also monitor vendor performance and recommend contract adjustment when necessary. They are to help determine the best supplier in both terms of cost and quality of good provided. 
All Webb Supply employees are required to comply with Federal, State and company policies, procedures and regulations.
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.
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or related experience</li>
<li>Exceptional math skills</li>
<li>Strong Excel Skills</li>
<li>Exceptional organization skills</li>
<li>Knowledge of warehouse operations</li>
<li>Two (2) years of experience in purchasing or related field</li>
<li>Strong problem solving skills</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Understanding of HVAC-R industry, materials and products</li>
</ul>

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionTitle: Purchasing Agent Location: Chanhassen, MN Job Type: Contract Compensation: $35-45/hr Industry: Marketing Solutions --- About the Role We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent specializing in outside services for a leading provider in the direct mail and print production industry. This role focuses on sourcing print-related purchases to minimize total cost of ownership, reduce risk, optimize supplier performance, and support business objectives. If you have deep expertise in direct mail, lettershop, print, and fulfillment, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact. Job Description As a Purchasing Agent, you will manage sourcing and procurement for outside print services, ensuring quality, timeliness, and cost efficiency. Responsibilities include:
<ul>
<li>Collaborating with cross-functional leaders to understand and execute category requirements. </li>
<li>Requesting and evaluating quotes, reviewing estimates, and finalizing project pricing. </li>
<li>Building and maintaining strategic supplier relationships, including selection, negotiation, and performance evaluation. </li>
<li>Researching alternative products and suppliers as needed. </li>
<li>Creating purchase orders in ERP systems and managing outsourced services for compliance and quality. </li>
<li>Acting as a subject matter expert for non-standard products and supporting internal teams. </li>
<li>Resolving issues quickly and maintaining accurate transaction records. </li>
<li>Mentoring team members and providing backup support for other purchasing agents. </li>
<li>Performing additional duties as assigned. </li>
</ul>
Qualifications Required:
<ul>
<li>7+ years of experience in outside services within direct mail, lettershop, print, or fulfillment. </li>
<li>Bachelors degree in a related discipline. </li>
<li>Strong understanding of direct mail workflow, envelope manufacturing, conventional and digital printing, finishing processes, and lettershop operations. </li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills. </li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects independently. </li>
<li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using ERP systems for purchasing. </li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Experience mentoring or training team members. </li>
<li>Familiarity with Monarch ERP system. </li>
<li>Proven ability to research and implement alternative sourcing strategies. </li>
</ul>
Benefits Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your familys needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary:<a href="https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/" target="_blank">https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/</a>. How to Apply Take the first step on your new career path!To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once weve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps! Equal Opportunity Statement As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you! #BP.Indeed | #ZRCompany DescriptionOur promise is simple. DAHL has proven year after year that we are flexible, consistent and easy to work with, which is why our clients and consultants have stayed with us, and we've continued to grow throughout the years. Our clients know they can depend on our efforts, as we hold their priorities in high regard. We genuinely care about each and every relationship and promise to work with the utmost of respect, integrity and high energy, as we continually strive to build long-term relationships. 
<h3>Company Description</h3>
Our promise is simple. DAHL has proven year after year that we are flexible, consistent and easy to work with, which is why our clients and consultants have stayed with us, and we've continued to grow throughout the years.\r\n \r\nOur clients know they can depend on our efforts, as we hold their priorities in high regard. We genuinely care about each and every relationship and promise to work with the utmost of respect, integrity and high energy, as we continually strive to build long-term relationships.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
<ul>
<li>Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance </li>
<li>Health Savings Account</li>
<li>401(k) with company match</li>
<li>Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent &amp; Medical Reimbursement)</li>
<li>Vacation Time</li>
<li>Sick Time</li>
<li>Holidays</li>
</ul>
Budget: $25/HR-$30/HR
 
Position Summary:
The Procurement Clerk is responsible for supporting the purchase of construction materials and equipment rentals/purchase. This position supports the purchasing team with managing materials inventory, vendors and suppliers’ relations.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Monitor and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies</li>
<li>Work with suppliers/vendors to resolve any issues that may arise in the delivery process</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment</li>
<li>Communicate regularly with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure a smooth flow of materials</li>
<li>Maintain all information for status of materials.</li>
<li>Work closely with the purchasing team to ensure that purchase orders are aligned with the projects schedule</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to material procurement</li>
<li>Meet with project team to resolve issues</li>
<li>Assist Purchasing Manager and Purchasing Agents in buying</li>
<li>Coordinate the sourcing, allocation, and delivery of equipment to support project requirements across various sites</li>
<li>Work with project teams and suppliers to ensure equipment availability and reliability</li>
<li>Ensure all equipment is maintained, inspected and compliant with safety and regulatory standards</li>
<li>liaise with maintenance teams to schedule servicing repairs and inspections</li>
<li>maintain accurate records of equipment usage servicing and location</li>
<li>assist in reviewing equipment hire versus purchase decisions to optimize cost efficiency</li>
<li>Work with project team and project bill of materials to order material through a procurement system.</li>
<li>Help ensure ordered material meets project specifications.</li>
<li>Proper forms and records will be filed upon materials' receipt to ensure suppliers are providing the materials ordered and to deal with any potential discrepancies.</li>
<li>Collaborate with construction team to schedule all deliveries and manage all delays and ensure compliance with all material requests.</li>
<li>Prepare reports for all materials and may assist with managing transportation of materials.</li>
</ul>

Qualifications
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or equivalent</li>
<li>Minimum 2 years' experience in a fast‐paced business environment and construction procurement experience</li>
<li>Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience</li>
<li>1-5 years of experience preferred.</li>
<li>Driver’s License required.</li>
<li>Willing to travel to project sites as needed.</li>
</ul>

About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.

Purchasing Associate

<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 DescriptionSalary: 
JOB DESCRIPTION
 
Job Title: Purchasing Manager
Department: Supply Chain
Updated: 9/8/2025
 

Job Summary
A purchasing Manager oversees all aspects of a company's procurement process, from sourcing and acquiring goods to managing their receipt and storage. This dual role is critical for maintaining an efficient supply chain, controlling costs, and ensuring a continuous flow of materials and products for a business. They typically lead a team of purchasing agents and receiving clerks.

Duties and Responsibilities
Purchasing Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>Supplier Management &amp; Sourcing: Retaining or selecting new suppliers and vendors. Build and maintain strong.</li>
<li>Negotiation &amp; Contracts: Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to secure the best possible prices, quality, and delivery schedules.</li>
<li>Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures that align with the company's financial goals and operational needs.</li>
<li>Market Analysis &amp; Forecasting: Stay up-to-date on market trends and price fluctuations to make informed purchasing decisions and forecast future demand to prevent shortages or excess inventory.</li>
<li>Purchase Orders: Oversee the creation and management of purchase orders, ensuring they are accurate and processed in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Standard Operating Procedures: Develop and maintain SOP of the department.</li>
</ul>
 
Receiving Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>Oversight of Incoming Shipments: Supervise the receiving department to ensure all incoming shipments are processed accurately and efficiently.</li>
<li>Inspection &amp; Quality Control: Coordinate the inspection of received goods to verify that they match the purchase order and meet quality standards. Responsible for addressing any discrepancies or damaged items with suppliers.</li>
<li>Inventory Management: Work closely with the inventory and warehouse teams to ensure that all received goods are accurately documented and stored. Use inventory management systems to track stock levels.</li>
<li>Workflow Optimization: Develop and implement best practices for receiving operations to improve efficiency, reduce processing time, and ensure a safe work environment.</li>
<li>Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of all incoming shipments, including costs, delivery times, and product performance.</li>
<li>Standard Operating Procedures: Develop and maintain SOP of the department.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Education &amp; Experience: A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field. Relevant work experience in a purchasing, procurement, or logistics role.</li>
<li>Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze financial data, market trends, and supplier performance to make data-driven decisions.</li>
<li>Negotiation &amp; Communication: Strong negotiation skills for securing favorable contracts. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.</li>
<li>Leadership: The ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team of employees to achieve departmental goals.</li>
<li>Attention to Detail: This role requires a high level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail to ensure contracts, purchase orders, and inventory records are correct.</li>
</ul>
Work Environment 
<ul>
<li>This is a working manufacturing and production facility. As such this is a hot, dusty, loud area, and there are always moving parts. Caution and attention to your surroundings need to always be at the front of your mind as safety always starts with you.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Primarily office-based with frequent engagement across departments and production teams</li>
</ul>
 
Travel
<ul>
<li>May require occasional travel (&lt;10%) for training, recruiting, or compliance functions.</li>
</ul>

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employee is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Talk and hear to communicate with others. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
 
Disclaimer
The above statements are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the job requirements. Rather, they are intended to describe the general nature of the job. inExhaust reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for this position. It is not all-inclusive, and the supervisor may be required to perform other duties as needed.

Purchasing Manager

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating purchasing activities. The Purchasing Manager optimizes the supply chain in a way that supports standards of quality, cost, and service; must continually monitor and adjust to ensure the highest possible value to Hakes Brothers.
Daily Work
<ul>
<li>Manage the Purchasing team to provide accurate quantity takeoffs, material lists and contract budget for each new plan and accurate lot cost budget for each subdivision. </li>
<li>Establish processes and systems to help achieve and excel business goals and objectives.</li>
</ul>
Controlling and Reducing Costs
<ul>
<li>Choose vendors using a balanced approach, including quality, costs, and service. </li>
<li>Procure contracts and material costs at the lowest possible price, while maintaining quality and service standards. </li>
<li>Work with other departments to value engineer new product and projects. </li>
<li>Provide support and feedback for purchasing strategy adjustments. </li>
<li>Create monthly and quarterly goals with Purchasing team to cut costs and find value. </li>
<li>Follow up with Purchasing team often to encourage ideas to cut costs; motivate them to achieve cost-cutting goals. </li>
<li>Create weekly reports for Senior Leadership to review progress made. </li>
<li>Complete detailed estimates of costs and quantities of residential products using comparative and differential estimating techniques in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. </li>
<li>Design and implement strategies that reduce build-times, cost, and maintain or increase quality standards. </li>
<li>Take the lead on Soils and Post-Tension engineering. </li>
<li>Take direct responsibility for purchasing information accuracy on sales documents (option prices, custom option costing and pricing, selection, colors, etc.</li>
</ul>
Variance Reporting
<ul>
<li>Meet the goals of &lt;.5% variances for all houses in all subdivisions. </li>
<li>Create and analyze Variance Report on a monthly basis and work with Purchasing Agents to provide explanations of variances that are over/under $300. </li>
<li>Review VPO Log monthly and give advice and coaching to Purchasing Agents and Estimators for future improvements and adjustments. </li>
<li>Ensure the Purchasing Agents are processing the Exception Report within 3.5 hours of receipt from Accounting; submit to Construction Project Managers by 12PM and back to Accounting by 1:30PM.</li>
</ul>
Hard Costs
<ul>
<li>Provide hard costs for new commuities and plans in a timely fashion.</li>
</ul>
Custom Options
<ul>
<li>Review and track Custom Option Request and follow up with Purchasing Agents and Estimator to ensure all estimates are completed within 3 days of the request or 5 days for structural requests that require a drawing. </li>
<li>Take responsibility for the accuracy of all custom option estimates for Sales and perform related administrative duties, as assigned.</li>
</ul>
House Release
<ul>
<li>Train and review often with the Purchasing team on the correct way to release homes; help them follow the process exactly to ensure correct variance reporting. </li>
<li>Mentor the Purchasing team and approve Load Budget Request Sheets once Purchasing Agents have explained all budget exceptions. </li>
<li>Oversee the execution of purchase order and work order releases.</li>
</ul>
Vendor Paperwork
<ul>
<li>Manage compliance with vendor documents (Scope of Work, Subdivisions Spec Sheet, Master Agreement, etc.). </li>
<li>Manage and execute vendor documents for new and existing communities. </li>
<li>Maintain community specific documents (community specs, options, Schedule As, etc.).</li>
</ul>
Rebates
<ul>
<li>Follow up with Purchasing Agents to ensure the company is submitting and collecting on all rebate programs.</li>
</ul>
Builder of Choice
<ul>
<li>Help Hakes Brothers become the Builder of Choice for our trade contractors and manage trade contractor and supplier 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.</li>
</ul>
Supervisor Duties
<ul>
<li>Hire and supervise department personnel. </li>
<li>Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations. </li>
<li>Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company protocol. </li>
<li>Manage PTO and vacation days; keep track and update time off requests in ADP; ensure appropriate coverage while employee is out to maintain quality, control, and achieve deadlines. </li>
<li>Build and maintain great working relationships with City Inspectors in all of the areas you oversee; establish and maintain a strong relationship with Hakes Brothers' Office Administrative Staff. </li>
<li>Establish processes and systems to help achieve and excel business goals and objectives. </li>
<li>Mentor and encourage Purchasing Agents and Estimators to do their best and to learn how to solve problems with vendors and the Construction team. </li>
<li>Train, evaluate, and motivate staff and assign tasks based on capability.</li>
</ul>
Professional Appearance / Team Player
<ul>
<li>Always look, dress and speak professionally. </li>
<li>Help accomplish whatever taks is at-hand to ensure that Hakes Brothers continues to be an industry leader. Be a Leader. </li>
<li>Be an example to other co-workers. </li>
<li>Be a positive voice for the company.</li>
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Vehicle
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<li>Must own or have access to a vehicle for daily work. </li>
<li>Must carry a valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.</li>
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Other
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<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
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Education
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<li>Required: High School diploma or GED</li>
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Experience / Qualifications
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<li>Required: at least one year relevant experience </li>
<li>Required: Must own or have access to vehicle for daily work </li>
<li>Required: Valid driver's license and auto liability insurance</li>
</ul>
Skills / Abilities
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<li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail </li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving skills </li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li>
<li>Excellent management and supervisory skills </li>
<li>Extensive knowledge of Purchasing procedures and principles </li>
<li>Ability to coach and mentor Purchasing Agents</li>
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Physical Requirements
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<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>

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:
•Procurement: Process purchase orders, ensure accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and received in a timely manner.
•Build and maintain relationships with vendors, negotiate terms, and manage several databases.
•Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, invoices, and inventory. This often includes managing electronic procurement platforms and archiving documents.
•Match purchase orders with invoices, reconcile discrepancies, and assist with accounts payable and budget-related data.
•Provide administrative assistance to purchasing agents, prepare reports, and ensure that purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
Key skills and qualifications:
•Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to coordinate with vendors and internal departments.
•Skills to manage a large volume of information, maintain organized files, and ensure accuracy in orders and records.
•Education and or 1-3 years of experience preferred.
•Provide support to other positions where needed.
•Ability to work in office setting and complete all required task.
•Ability to prioritize, take initiative and focus on multiple tasks.

Purchasing Coordinator

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSeeking a motivated Purchasing Manager with experience purchasing engineered components, developing suppliers, and managing a small teamny! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dan Asher Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $125,000 per year 
A bit about us:
 Our client is a privately-held global leader in manufacturing, with their serving a wide range of industrial and mobile applications. 
Why join us?
 
<ul>
<li> Annual Performance Bonus ($5k-$7500)</li>
<li> PTO - Negotiable based on requirements and experience</li>
<li> Paid Holidays</li>
<li> Medical, dental, vision</li>
<li> 401K with company match</li>
<li> Growth opportunities</li>
</ul>
 
Job Details
 $110k-$125k + Bonus ($5k-$7500) and full benefits Description: We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to work on-site in Bethlehem, PA and manage all purchasing for an important business division consisting of one main manufacturing site, and two smaller ones. Candidates should have experience in purchasing engineered components, developing suppliers (machine shops, metal formers, casters), and managing a small team. Position Summary: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for selecting and evaluating suppliers, identifying alternative sources, assessing vendor performance, and minimizing the total cost of ownership for procured materials. This role involves developing and enforcing procedures to ensure compliance with specifications and contractual terms, as well as coordinating follow-up activities to enhance customer service and maintain departmental documentation. Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li> Lead and manage purchasing department operations including multiple direct reports</li>
<li> Evaluate and select suppliers.</li>
<li> Negotiate contracts.</li>
<li> Coordinate procurement and contracting with international affiliates.</li>
<li> Develop and implement supplier quality systems for continuous improvement.</li>
<li> Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory procurement standards.</li>
<li> Conduct on-site evaluations of supplier facilities, products, and quality systems.</li>
</ul>
 Skills and Attributes: 
<ul>
<li> Proficient in interpreting business publications, technical documents, and regulations.</li>
<li> Skilled in writing reports, correspondence, and manuals.</li>
<li> Capable of presenting information effectively to various stakeholders.</li>
<li> Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li>
<li> Competent in statistical analysis, geometry, and trigonometry.</li>
<li> Practical application of mathematical concepts in business scenarios.</li>
<li> Experience with accounting, inventory, spreadsheet, and word processing software.</li>
<li> Detail-oriented with the ability to identify and communicate product defects.</li>
<li> Analytical and intuitive decision-making.</li>
<li> Responsive to customer needs and service requests.</li>
<li> Demonstrates leadership and motivational skills.</li>
<li> Effective in staff development and performance management.</li>
<li> Knowledgeable in purchasing systems and organizational processes.</li>
<li> Team-oriented with excellent planning and communication skills.</li>
<li> Prior experience in staff administration.</li>
<li> Business-minded with a focus on profitability and cost efficiency.</li>
<li> Fluent in English with strong oral and written communication skills.</li>
</ul>
 Education and Experience: 
<ul>
<li> Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li>
<li> Minimum of 5 years in purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing (engineered components, machined parts, forming, etc) setting.</li>
<li> Proven track record of supplier development</li>
<li> Must have experience managing and developing direct reports</li>
<li> Experience with enterprise resource planning systems, such as SAP, is preferred.</li>
</ul>
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Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.

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