Entry-Level Purchasing Coordinator

David Weekley Homes

Entry-Level Purchasing Coordinator

Indianapolis, IN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Do you have an eye for detail and team player attitude? David Weekley Homes is looking for a candidate with excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic to join our Purchasing Team at our Indianapolis Division Office.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Interface effectively with construction field supervisors, vendors, subcontractors, internal staff, and management by facilitating the flow of information, and researching and responding to inquiries
    • Resolve invoice/PO issues with Vendors/Trade Partners
    • Maintain Vendor/Supplier/Trade Partner item pricing and bids in the purchasing system
    • Prepare weekly and monthly reports on budgeting performance and other purchasing-related topics, as necessary
    • Manage Vendor/ Supplier/Trade Partner information, including contracts and insurance database, pricing and services information necessary for construction budgeting
    • Processing change orders and preparing lot specific information for starts
    • Assist with special projects as needed by the Purchasing Team
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Eagerness to learn about purchasing and the homebuilding industry and completion of on-the-job training
    • Proven ability to manage many moving parts in a professional setting with multiple ongoing priorities
    • Clear and concise communication with internal and external customers
    • Comfortable talking with people you’ve never met and communicating with various sources to gather essential information
    • Ability to manage many simultaneously moving parts effectively
    • Efficient and effective follow-up and organization skills to meet and exceed deadlines
    • Proven ability to take initiative and complete tasks independently without needing repeated prompts
    • Positive, enthusiastic attitude and strong work ethic
    • Understanding of basic construction, purchasing and/or insurance terminology is a plus, but not required
    • Demonstrate curiosity and a strong desire to learn and grow with a company focused on future growth
    • Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and basic computer knowledge. Experience with J.D. Edwards or other database systems preferred. Able to pick up software quickly

    Additional Information

    Experience in home building and purchasing is not required, however a desire to learn and willingness to support the Team by taking responsibilities and acting on time-sensitive needs is critical.

    What We Offer:

    Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" 18 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America.

    We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

    • Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
    • 401k and discretionary 8% match
    • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
    • Profit Sharing
    • Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO
    • New Home Discount for Team Member and Family
    • College Scholarship Program
    • Community Outreach
    • Sabbaticals
    • And more!

    David Weekley Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law.

    Note to Job Seekers: No telephone calls or walk-ins please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match, or if further information is needed.