Pratt Home Builders Hiring for Construction Purchasing/Estimating/Accounting Agent Job at Chattanooga, TN Full Time

Construction Purchasing/Estimating/Accounting Agent

· Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list; clarifying unclear items

· Prepares purchase/work orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining approval from requisitioning department.

· Obtains purchased items by forwarding orders to suppliers; monitoring and expediting orders.

· Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers.

· Authorizes payment for purchases by forwarding receiving documentation.

· Keeps information accessible by sorting and filing documents.

· Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.

· Manage relationships with key suppliers to maintain quality of goods, timely delivery and compliance to terms of contracts

· Accomplishes purchasing and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

· Follows and provides feedback on processes set forth by department for organization and data management.

Job Brief

We are looking for a skilled purchasing agent to manage the purchasing of all materials and labor needed to complete projects in a timely and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will have the skill set to analyze all costs associated with the job as well as obtain thorough knowledge of trends in the market. Communication with subcontractors and vendors, as well as office staff, will be crucial in order to maintain good relationships and best pricing available.

Requirements

· Knowledge of Market Research, Data Analysis and Purchasing Best Practices

· Working Knowledge of MS Office, AutoCAD and Purchasing Software

· Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills

· Analytical and Critical Mindset

· Outstanding Organizational Skills

· Bookkeeping/Accounting Experience

· Construction Degree/Experience preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 – $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location