Purchasing Agent jobs in Lenexa, KS

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
  • Rausch Coleman Development Group Inc.
  • Overland Park, KS FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Improving quality of life, one home at a time.


    At Rausch Coleman Homes, we honor God through our commitment to Integrity and Excellence in all aspects of homebuilding. We place the highest value upon the customer by exceeding expectations, and upon our team members by committing to professional development. We aspire to build the best quality affordable homes and we hold ourselves accountable to that goal.


    Rausch Coleman Homes is a top 25 homebuilder and one of the largest private builders in the United States. For over 65 years, we've helped families better their lives and achieve their dream of home ownership. Recognized as a Best Place to Work in Alabama, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas, Rausch Coleman Homes offers competitive pay, health insurance, 401k, generous paid time off, and much more. For more information about what it's like to work for Rausch Coleman Homes, including a more comprehensive listing of company benefits, please visit careers.rauschcoleman.com


    Position Summary


    The Purchasing Agent directs the activities of trade partners and material suppliers. They are the primary representative of Rausch Coleman Homes for our trade partner relations and source supply information internally to the construction and sales departments.


    Duties & Responsibilities

    • Reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and indirectly to Division Manager.
    • Responsible for accurate data integrity in Integrated Homebuilding Management System (IHMS)
    • Responsible for publishing construction documents on Internet Toolkit (ITK) for field managers and trade partners
    • Responsible for trade partner negotiations.
    • Responsible for coordinating with sales on inventory home status
    • Ensure trade partner compliance with company construction standards.
    • Responsible for job cost assignments
    • Responsible for material product selection and takeoff quantity assignment
    • Responsible for managing the Pre-Start Report and process
    • Responsible for ordering house documents such as plot plans
    • Responsible for marking up blueprints and preparing files for permitting.
    • Responsible for preparing job start packets and releasing Purchase Orders and Work Orders to begin construction.
    • Additional duties as required.

    Requirements

    • Ability to understand mathematical equations.
    • Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Excel.
    • Ability to read, understand, and explain construction blueprints and floorplans.
    • Working knowledge of the basic materials and methods used by trade partners.
    • Proven ability to conduct a house takeoff and assign material quantities.
    • Excellent organization skills and possesses the ability to multi-task.
    • Self-motivated and the ability to solve problems effectively.
    • Be professional in dress, manners, and conduct.
    • Knowledge of standard computer applications.
    • Ability to follow checklists, procedures, and processes.
    • Ability to evaluate alternative methods of construction in terms of cost efficiency.
    • Experience in fast-paced office environment

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Minimum 2 years' experience of purchasing background with a high preference given for knowledge of production home building.
    • Experience in construction contract negotiations.
    • Solid understanding of job cost details to build a home.
    • Ability to read, interpret, and resolve inconsistencies and problems in construction plans and specifications.
    • Experience in a customer service position.
    • Ability to review construction job costs and make assessments to improve material quantity.
    • Ability to evaluate alternative methods of construction in terms of cost efficiency.

    Physical Demands

    • Lifting up to 20 pounds occasionally and frequently moving small objects
    • Frequently sitting for long periods of time
    • Walking or standing occasionally

    Employee Benefits:

    • Medical Insurance – PPO and HDHP Options
    • HSA – with eligible HDHP
    • Dental and Vision Insurance
    • 401(k) – includes company match of up to 5%
    • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance and Leave
    • Tuition Assistance
    • And More!
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Purchasing Agent
  • Robert Half
  • Leawood, KS PER_DIEM
  • Robert Half is currently working with a client seeking a Purchasing Agent. The Purchasing Agent will be responsible for collaborating and negotiating with suppliers to purchase goods and services for ...
  • 13 Days Ago

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F&B Purchasing Agent
  • Great Wolf Lodge Resorts
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Pay: $0 per hour At Great Wolf, the Food & Beverage Purchasing Agent has an eye for detail and strives to make the highest quality and cost effective purchases to ensure profitability. The Purchasing ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Material Control / Purchasing Agent
  • Spec Building Materials Corporation
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • SPEC Building Materials Corporation is recognized as one of the nation’s leading wholesale distributors of the highest quality building materials, equipment, and products for both commercial and resid...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Vehicle Purchasing Agent
  • Pick N Pull Auto Dismantlers
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • The Vehicle Purchasing Agent (VPA) is responsible for providing quality, efficient customer service regarding vehicle purchases and related programs. VPA’s are required to purchase vehicles, verify th...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Vehicle Purchasing Agent
  • Radius Recycling
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • The Vehicle Purchasing Agent (VPA) is responsible for providing quality, efficient customer service regarding vehicle purchases and related programs. VPA’s are required to purchase vehicles, verify th...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Pediatric Home Health Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Call us about our new pay rates! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of th...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pediatric Home Health Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Olathe, KS
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Call us about our new pay rates! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of th...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pediatric Home Health Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Mission, KS
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Call us about our new pay rates! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of th...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pediatric Home Health Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Kansas City, KS
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Call us about our new pay rates! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of th...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Pediatric Home Health Nurse
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Kansas City, KS
  • Weekly pay and up to 80 hours of PTO per year! Call us about our new pay rates! Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care, one of th...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Store Manager Terrapin Care Station Kansas City, MO
  • modispensaries.com
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Title: Store Manager Location: Kansas City, MO Reports To: **Job Description** Terrapin is looking for a Store Manager t...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Nurse Supervisor
  • Thrive Skilled Pediatric Care LLC
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Do you have a passion for helping medically fragile children grow and flourish to their full potential? Do you enjoy tra...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Management & Sales Training Program
  • Sherwin-Williams
  • Lenexa, KS
  • The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designed to prepare you...
  • 1/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

Lenexa /lɪˈnɛksə/ is a city in Johnson County, Kansas United States. it is the 9th most populated city in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 48,190. It is the birthplace of Garmin, the regional headquarters of Kiewit Construction and the former headquarters of Applebee’s It is bordered by the cities of Shawnee to the north, Overland Park to the east, De Soto to the west and Olathe to the south. Lenexa is located at 38°57′53″N 94°45′34″W / 38.96472°N 94.75944°W / 38.96472; -94.75944 (38.964689, -94.759535). According to the United States Censu...
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Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$57,546 to $78,805
Lenexa, Kansas area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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