Neal Communities is proud to be recognized as the 2023 #1 Top Workplace in Sarasota & Manatee Counties! Where you work matters! We are a family company, we love what we do, and it shows!

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WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING AT NEAL COMMUNITIES:

• The People! We take tremendous pride in making a positive difference in our team's lives. Our employees are not just an asset to Neal Communities and its customers; they are essential to the success of our business
• Outstanding Benefits - Health Care - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Excellent Compensation Package
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with Company Matching Contributions
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid ID Theft Protection
• Employee Home Purchase Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Service Awards
• Vendor Discount Program

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Administer accurate quantity take-offs and estimates.
• Monitor competitive bidding, contract negotiation, and value engineering. Re-bid trades if cost increases occur.
• Establish and maintain a trade contractor/supplier performance evaluation system and award program.
• Analyze cost codes by phase for cost-saving measures and techniques.
• Communicate any substantial hard-cost changes to the Director of Purchasing.
• Research and approve invoices and variance purchase orders to meet Accounting department deadlines.
• Stay current on building codes, construction techniques, and trends affecting the home building industry.
• Maintain prices and quantities in Newstar as required.
• Create and maintain Bid Sheets/Unit Pricing.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills.

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Previous purchasing experience in the homebuilding industry, single and multifamily construction is required.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field preferred
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, inventory management, and contract negotiation
• Proficiency in using MS Excel, and Purchasing software. Newstar and Build Pro experience is a plus
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• General sedentary work requiring the use of office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers, scanners and telephones.
• Position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, grasping, writing, typing, repetitive motions, hearing ability, visual acuity, and climbing stairs on occasion.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

All employees will support the organization’s mission and vision by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration and innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, and ownership.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace Employer.