Purchasing Coordinator - Austin

• Purchasing coordinator duties as assigned i.e. Change order/selection sheet processing, Extra Purchase Order research and issue, review and prepare start Purchase orders and reports, etc.

• Continually improve upon data setup in HSP/AS400 system.

• Procure and analyze new bids and/or pricing from Newmark Vendor Base for new and existing product.

• Analyze and compare various vendor pricing.

• Analyze takeoff requests from field superintendents.

• Data Entry and Maintenance for all Newmark budgetary items.

• Perform ongoing detailed cost analysis across entire Newmark Product Line.

• Work with Newmark vendor base on all product changes.

• Analyze reports to identify improvements for costing purposes.

 

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

• 2-3 years’ experience in residential home construction preferred.

• Must be analytical and have data analyst skillset.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Experienced in Database Systems i.e. AS400/JD Edwards

• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite.

• Bachelor's Degree (BA) from four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests..

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events..

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

• Cost Consciousness -Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

• Planning / Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

• Problem Solving - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT<Occasionally/Frequently required to stand

• Occasionally required to stand.

• Occasionally required to walk.

• Continually required to sit.

• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.

• Frequently required to talk or hear.

• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: Close vision, Depth perception and
ability to adjust focus.