Purchasing Agent at Meritage Homes

ResponsibilitiesMeritage Homes is looking for a Purchasing Agent to support our XXX Division. This person will:Research and resolve Vendor disputes; including product or pricing issues, and invoice and contract discrepancies and coordinate pricing adjustments when necessaryBuild and maintain effective relationships with trade partners to better meet bidding and production requirementsWork collaboratively with other departments, including land development, construction, marketing, finance, and design, to ensure all internals goals and deadlines are metCommunicate product changes to Sales, Construction, and SubcontractorsInitiate bid events with subcontractors, perform bid analysis, and create and compile contract confirmations as well as all backup as necessary for audit complianceAssist in base cost and option price analysisAssist in reviewing house budgets to verify accurate base house and margin costsAssist in end-of-month cost-off process to get accruals for current month closings#LI-AJ3 QualificationsPolicy RelatedEnsure that all purchasing actions meet Meritage Homes policies and procedure requirements and are aligned with company ethics guidelinesUnderstand and ensure all internal purchasing audit requirements are met. Make sure that all purchasing actions related to audits are regularly checked to ensure your work is "audit-ready" every dayVendor RelatedEstablish and maintain effective vendor relationshipsHave a clear understanding of vendor capabilities within your sphere of influence to ensure all goals are met. Communicate vendor inadequacies when neededWork with divisional PA's to compile a nation-wide assessment of vendor capabilities.Gather information related to vendor performance from SCI manager, construction and customer care and use that information to ensure the best "total" costs are achieved when considering costs related to quality, productivity and serviceResolve contract issues with vendorsBid RelatedEnsure scopes of work are current and specific to each vendor and that each vendor clearly understands themPrepare bid packages including specifications and bidder lists prior to biddingAnalyze vendor bids to ensure all items are aligned with specifications and all costs are included and no aspects of the bid are missingCompare new bids to pre-determined estimates to ensure alignment with expectationsNegotiate with vendors to develop the most cost effective pricingWhen needed, provide ideas to better align bids with estimated pricingProduce all bid analysis documents. Assemble a bid analysis for vendor selection teamProvide guidance concerning "best" choices for contracting new communityProduct and Contract RelatedEnsure all vendors are correctly contracted and meet company insurance requirements prior to perform any workMaintains and supplies weekly, monthly and quarterly reporting as needed to support decision makingEnsure all change documentation is properly filed to ensure easy access for future needsIdentify opportunities to improve costing effortsEnsure all specification changes are properly reflected in current contractsWork with National Purchasing team to maximize rebate collection OverviewAre you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.Built.Better.. Meritage is committed to building energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic self every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a second year in a row, and is currently ranked on Fortune's Best Workplaces listings in the categories of Construction, Women and Parents. Meritage has delivered over 200,000 homes in its 40-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. Meritage is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas. When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including:A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every levelAn organization that lives by its core values everydayTeam atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital assetState of the art technology to provide an optimal working environmentA competitive pay structureStrong benefitsFlexibility in work-life integrationTeam-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the companyOpportunity to further your career in a growing national organizationMaintain a competitive drive to be the best