National Purchasing Specialist

7908 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77064, USA

Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceMid-LevelAssociate

Job Description

Maintain a bidding workload schedule for all communities.Determine a competitive bid schedule for new communities.Determine when it is appropriate to bid out or re-price contracts for in-progress communities. Collaborate with Division OPS leaders to Identify those trades critical to achieving operational objectives and engage in discussions (when the market conditions warrant) to secure necessary trade capacity (Strategic Trade Relationships – STR) in order to achieve start and closing goals. Whenever possible, participate in value engineering, preliminary architectural reviews, feature & specification meetings, and model walks. Assist in the preparation of the proforma direct construction cost estimate.

Where is this job?

This job is located at 7908 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77064, USA

Job Qualifications

Five years’ experience in the homebuilding industry.
Three years’ experience in residential purchasing.
Field construction experience a plus.
Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where continuous improvement is expected.

Required Skills

Time Management
MS Word
MS PowerPoint
Record Keeping Skills
Report writing skills
MS Excel skills
Continuous improvement methodologies

Soft Skills

Process Improvement
Verbal communication
Prioritizing skills
written communication
Adaptability
Detail Oriented and Organized

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a National Purchasing Specialist in 7908 North Sam Houston Pkwy W, Houston, TX 77064, USA is between $48,000 and $60,000. The salary range may vary depending on the experience, skills, and qualifications of the employee.

Additional Information

Shea Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Required LanguagesEnglish

Job PostedApril 17th, 2021

Apply BeforeJune 9th, 2026

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