Purchasing Agent jobs in Tennessee

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
  • Davidson Homes LLC
  • Murfreesboro, TN FULL_TIME
  • Since 2009, Davidson Homes LLC. has been one of the fastest growing home builders in the southeast region, building new homes in Huntsville AL., Nashville TN., Atlanta GA., Houston TX, and the Triangle market of North Carolina. Davidson Homes offers home buyers quality construction, superior value, and an unprecedented level of personalization. We attribute our successes and growth to our customer-focused approach. We keep the home buyer in mind in everything we do, every step of the way. We do this by employing local teams in every market and encouraging our teams’ involvement in their local communities who are committed to customer service and attention to detail to ensure a pleasant home buying experience. We are committed to building an all-star team of employees who emulate the company’s values.


    These strategies have helped our leadership teams continue to expand the Davidson vision of building thousands of homes in communities across the Southeast.

    At Davidson Homes, “We’re more than just your home builder. We are your community builder.”

    We are currently seeking qualified candidates for our Purchasing Agent position located in our Nashville, TN division.

    Responsibilities

    In keeping with the Davidson Homes mission of providing the best home buyer experience, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for generating purchase orders in addition to researching, verifying, and amending invoices received from the Accounting Department. They will also be responsible for researching and responding to inquiries from onsite agents, trade partners, employees, and suppliers.

    • Analyze and review homeowner documentation for accuracy, pricing, and proper costing in Newstar ERP system
    • Review and facilitate the flow of information between the Design Center, Construction Team, Trade Partners and Internal/External associates via BuildPro/SupplyPro and other methods as needed
    • Generate home construction budgets and purchase orders
    • Process changes orders, as necessary
    • Research and clarify purchase order discrepancies through various means of communication
    • Research and respond to inquiries from Construction Team, Trade Partners, and any other Internal/External associates
    • Analyze and provide reports on budget performance and other purchasing related topics
    • Assist with the Trade Partner bid solicitation, coordination, analysis, and loading of pricing information necessary for construction budgets
    • Provide analysis on data including but not limited to option take rates, plan frequency, and margin projections
    • Process change of vendors when necessary
    • Create, distribute, and track Trade Partner price schedules
    • Track and report insurance, rebate/incentive, and Master Trade Partner agreement compliance
    • Perform other duties as required to support the purchasing department

    Qualifications

    • Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred, or relevant job experience required
    • A working knowledge of residential construction
    • Strong data management/analysis preferred
    • Previous experience in a construction or procurement preferred
    • Consistent attention to detail and accuracy is required
    • Computer literacy with experience with MS Office applications, especially MS Excel
    • Experience with an ERP-type software (i.e., Newstar Enterprise, Build Pro)
    • Ability to do numerical analysis and prior work experience in performing such tasks
    • Excellent organizational and time management skills
    • Ability to work both as part of a team and independently

    Our Competitive Compensation and Full-time Employee Benefits Package Includes

    • Paid vacation Sick Time
    • Health
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Short- & Long-Term Disability
    • Life Insurance
    • Flex Spending
    • 401K with Company Matching

    Davidson Homes LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The company will provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person will be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment and all policies of the company.

  • 20 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Cumberland Heights
  • Nashville, TN FULL_TIME
  • The Purchasing Agent supports Cumberland Heights’ mission of providing the highest quality care possible in a cost-effective manner for persons and families who are at risk for or who are suffering fr...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • CoolSys
  • Mount Juliet, TN FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY C&I West Service is one of the largest and fastest growing regions of CoolSys, consisting of 35 service branches. Our valued and dedicated employees are at the heart of our continued growt...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Eagle Fire Inc
  • Kingsport, TN OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Kingsport, TN - Kingsport, TN Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionAbout Us: Since 1987, Eagle Fire Inc. has become a top-tier provider of comprehensive fire protection servi...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Reinhausen Manufacturing Inc.
  • Humboldt, TN FULL_TIME
  • At the world market leader in energy technology, you will contribute to keeping the energy supply stable in the future. With our intelligent digital and analogue solutions, you will help shape the imp...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • Dream Finders Homes LLC
  • Franklin, TN FULL_TIME
  • Come join our growing team! Dream Finders Homes is a national homebuilder with operations in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Colorado, Virginia and Maryland. We hav...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Purchasing Agent
  • ENVISION INDUSTRIES
  • Dallas, TX
  • Job Details Job Location DLS Capitol - Dallas, TX Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Diploma Job Shift ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Gilbert
  • Melville, NY
  • Gilbert, located in Melville, NY, is an established custom trade show, commercial/residential interiors and corporate ev...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Cyclonaire Corp.
  • York, NE
  • Cyclonaire is a custom pneumatic conveying solutions provider that takes pride in our people and the equipment we build....
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Florida Fence Pros
  • Orlando, FL
  • Job Description Job Description Position Overview: Florida Fence Pros is seeking a Purchasing Agent to play a critical r...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Sign Specialists Corporation
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our team at S...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Lyons Magnus LLC
  • Beloit, WI
  • Creativity, innovative thinking, and the manufacturing of top-quality products have put Lyons Magnus at the forefront of...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • IES Residential, Inc.
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • General Job Description: Is IES Residential in your future? For almost fifty years, IES Residential has been one of the ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Overview: Founded in 1946, the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation (OMRF) is among the nations oldest, most respected i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Tennessee borders eight other states: Kentucky and Virginia to the north; North Carolina to the east; Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi on the south; Arkansas and Missouri on the Mississippi River to the west. Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the state bordering the most other states. The state is trisected by the Tennessee River. The highest point in the state is Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m). Clingmans Dome, which lies on Tennessee's eastern border, is the highest point on the Appalachian Trail, and is the third highest peak in the United States east of the Mississippi River. The ...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$54,114 to $74,105

Purchasing Agent in Killeen, TX
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Purchasing Agent in Monroe, LA
The purchasing agent's duties include locating the best goods and services for the organization by choosing suppliers, negotiating purchase prices and negotiating contracts to preserve an agreed-upon price for future purchases.
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Purchasing Agent in Tulsa, OK
Median wages mean that half of the purchasing agents earn more than that amount, while the other half earn less than that amount.
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