Purchasing Agent jobs in Las Vegas, NV

Purchasing Agent initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Agent interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Agent coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Agent independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Purchasing Agent
  • KB Home
  • Las Vegas, NV FULL_TIME
  • About KB Home

    KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 650,000 quality homes in our more than 60-year history. Today, KB Home operates in 45 markets from coast to coast. What sets KB Home apart is the exceptional personalization we offer our homebuyers from those buying their first home to experienced buyers allowing them to make their home uniquely their own, at a price that fits their budget. As the leader in energy-efficient homebuilding, KB Home was the first builder to make every home it builds ENERGY STAR® certified, a standard of energy performance achieved by fewer than 10% of new homes in America, and has built more ENERGY STAR certified homes than any other builder. An energy-efficient KB home helps lower the cost of ownership and is designed to be healthier, more comfortable and better for the environment than new homes without certification. We build strong, personal relationships with our customers so they have a real partner in the homebuying process. As a result, we have the distinction of being the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder in third-party buyer satisfaction surveys. Build your career with KB Home.


    JOB SUMMARY:
    A Purchasing Agent conducts the following purchasing procedures: bid evaluation, negotiation between vendors, contractor selection, and contract documentation. This position manages all contracts, work orders, purchase orders and expense controls, with the ultimate goal of securing the best value at a fair and reasonable cost.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Purchasing Process
    Responsible for implementing the purchasing process:
    • Establish material take-off’s and cost estimates
    • Evaluate subcontractors
    • Request and review all bids
    • Conduct effective negotiations to achieve desired results
    • Strive for regulation of fair and reasonable contracts
    • Make final decision and deliver professional contract awards
    • Facilitate documentation of bids
    • Ensure contract administration process flows efficiently
    Process Improvement
    • Aggressively streamline the labor and material supply chain with the construction team
    • Seek out and eliminate waste in processes, materials and pricing
    • Leverage national contracts and other economies of scale for division use
    Options
    • Manage sales and studio option maintenance and creation
    • Ensure options database is updated to reflect changes and upgrades on a consistent basis
    New Product Plans
    • Manage new plan maintenance and development with KB Architecture
    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

    Education
    • High School Diploma required
    • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Business, Accounting, Communications, or related field.
    Experience
    • 3 years of progressive experience with material and/or trade partner procurement
    • Prior real estate experience, preferably in the homebuilding field preferred
    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
    • General knowledge of residential construction and the components needed to construct single family and multi-family homes.
    • Need to have the skills required to analyze direct cost to maintain or improve budgets.
    • Must be able to multi task and meet deadlines, high level of organization required.
    • Need to possess strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to negotiate contracts that will support the division needs.
    • Display a cooperative attitude at all times.
    • Must have strong mathematical and statistical aptitude.
    • Interact with all levels of internal and external customers in a professional and supportive manner.
    • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
    • Strong experience in using various computerized systems.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
    Work Requirements:
    • Ability to maintain ethical behavior at all times Periodic travel will be required
    • Need to be able to work a full work day with additional time after hours if needed

    Find out why KB Home is attracting and retaining the best employees! If you are interested and qualified, please apply now. KB Home provides above average compensation packages and earnings potential, full benefits, an outstanding 401K matching program, bonus plans and amazing promotional opportunities. KB Home is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse work team. Diversity is important to KB Home!

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Purchasing Agent Sr
  • Lithion Power Group
  • Henderson, NV FULL_TIME
  • Senior Purchasing AgentLithion Battery Inc. is a new venture located in Henderson, NV with exciting growth opportunities. Lithion Battery is a vertically integrated manufacturer of cells and rechargea...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent/Inventory Control
  • Carpets Plus
  • Saint George, UT FULL_TIME
  • About usCarpets Plus is a small business in Saint George, UT. We are professional and agile.Ordering and tracking appliance products from suppliers. Contact sales agent when product arrives.Job Type: ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent / Buyer
  • We the People Holsters
  • Las Vegas, NV FULL_TIME
  • Summary/Objective(s) We The People Holsters is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Purchasing Agent to oversee procurement operations. The ideal candidate will excel in negotiating with vendors,...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent (Office Automation)
  • Air Combat Command
  • Nellis, NV FULL_TIME
  • About the position: This position will be assigned to the NAF Accounting Office on Nellis AFB, NV. Regular Full Time employees are guaranteed 35 hours, but may work up to 40 hours per week. This posit...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Purchasing Manager
  • Impact XM
  • North Las Vegas, NV FULL_TIME
  • Purchasing Manager Impact XM develops solutions for virtual and live events. We are looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our team. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the sourcing...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Licensed Clinical Psychologist
  • Thriving Minds Health Services Corp
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Job Description Job Description Thriving Minds Health Services, Corporation is looking for a motivated, compassionate, a...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Brand Representative
  • AMS Retail Solutions
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Job Description Job Description Title: Field Service Representative Duration: Expected to last approximately 8 weeks. **...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Event Estimator
  • 218 EVENTS, LLC
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Job Description Job Description Position Overview: As an Event Estimator, you will be responsible for conducting compreh...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Commercial Solar Advisor - B2B Sales
  • Geoscape Solar Limited Liability Company
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Geoscape Solar is going west! We're actively looking for a driven Full-Time Commercial Solar Advisor (B2B Sales) for our...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Health Agent from Home - Brand New Product - High Commissions
  • PlatinumOneLLC
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Job Description Job Description Health Insurance Sales - Work From Home - High Commissions - AM Best 'A' Rated Carrier ~...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Underwriter/Broker
  • Gallagher
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • About Us: At Risk Placement Services, we're more than just a team we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and tackling c...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Territory Sales Manager
  • Lepley Recruiting Services
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • What Makes this a Great Opportunity? This is an opportunity to join a company whose commitment to excellence and innovat...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Entry Level Events Assistant
  • Thrive Marketing Group
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Company Description Thrive, in Dallas TX, is a fundraising and marketing firm that provides essential resources to world...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Las Vegas is situated within Clark County in a basin on the floor of the Mojave Desert and is surrounded by mountain ranges on all sides. Much of the landscape is rocky and arid with desert vegetation and wildlife. It can be subjected to torrential flash floods, although much has been done to mitigate the effects of flash floods through improved drainage systems. The peaks surrounding Las Vegas reach elevations of over 10,000 feet (3,000 m), and act as barriers to the strong flow of moisture from the surrounding area. The elevation is approximately 2,030 ft (620 m) above sea level. According t...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$59,836 to $81,940
Las Vegas, Nevada area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago

Purchasing Agent in Hopkinsville, KY
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Purchasing Agent in Cincinnati, OH
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February 23, 2020
Is currently seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent for our Los Angeles Orange County, CA location.
February 11, 2020
Purchasing Agent in Tuscaloosa, AL
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February 22, 2020