Purchasing Assistant

Job Description

Purchasing Assistant | D.R. Horton

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at D.R. Horton. D.R. Horton is the largest homebuilder in the U.S., founded in 1978, specializing in high-quality homes designed principally for entry-level and first-time move-up markets, also providing mortgage financing and title services. This role is crucial for supporting the purchasing department by executing a variety of essential clerical and administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the company’s supply chain and vendor management.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Tallahassee, FL

• Team: Purchasing Department
• Mission: Support the purchasing department by handling a variety of clerical and administrative tasks.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Processing: Process purchase orders, change orders, and notices to proceed efficiently.
• Vendor Management: Maintain accurate vendor packets, qualifications, and coordinate all vendor paperwork.
• Pricing & Data: Manage pricing information, including requesting new prices and loading changes.
• Documentation: Create and maintain contract files and prepare bid packages.
• Records & Organization: Ensure all plans, features lists, and project vendor lists are consistently updated, in stock, and organized.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); core domain knowledge in general administrative support or clerical tasks.
• Experience: Six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skills: Clerical support, organizational skills, data entry accuracy, attention to detail, ability to research and resolve issues.