Purchasing Agent

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Purchasing Agent. The Purchasing Agent coordinates vendor sourcing, bid review, purchase order processing, and recordkeeping to help the organization obtain goods and services on time and at competitive prices.

This position is based in our Reno, Nevada division, where you'll support a growing homebuilding operation in one of the West's most dynamic regions. Reno pairs a career with real growth potential and a lifestyle that's hard to beat: big-city entertainment, a thriving food and arts scene, no state income tax, and Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada right in your backyard. If you're considering a move from out of state, Reno offers the best of both worlds.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Identify and contact potential vendors, confirm qualifications, and request bids or quotations
• Compare bids based on price, quality, availability, and delivery terms; provide information to support vendor selection
• Suggest alternate vendors and bulk purchasing opportunities that may reduce costs
• Assist vendors with setup and use of the organization’s purchasing systems
• Process approved purchases and issue purchase orders as directed by buyers or other authorized personnel
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, purchases, and payments
• Track open orders and follow up with vendors and internal teams to address delivery delays or order discrepancies
• Review purchasing data and vendor performance to identify recurring issues and opportunities to improve the purchasing process
• Review purchase requests for compliance with organizational purchasing policies and escalates exceptions if necessary
• Coordinate with internal departments to understand upcoming purchasing needs and required delivery dates
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner
• Regular and reliable attendance
  Life in Reno: Why You'll Love It Here
  Known as "The Biggest Little City in the World," Reno sits at the foot of the Sierra Nevada and offers an exceptional quality of life. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a foodie, or a fan of live entertainment, there's something here for everyone.
  Lake Tahoe and the Great Outdoors
  • Lake Tahoe is less than an hour away, so beaches, boating, paddleboarding, and scenic hikes are an easy weekend (or after-work) trip
  • World-class skiing/snowboarding at resorts like Mt. Rose, a 35-minute drive from Reno, with many more Tahoe-area resorts within easy reach
  • The Truckee River runs right through downtown, with a whitewater park, riverside trails, and parks along the Riverwalk
  • Four-season recreation, including mountain biking, camping, fishing, and golf, with lots of sunshine throughout the year
  Entertainment and Signature Events
  • Hot August Nights: one of the largest classic car events in the country, with vintage vehicles, cruises, and concerts across Reno and Sparks
  • The Great Reno Balloon Race: each September, colorful hot air balloons fill the sky at one of the largest free balloon festivals in the world
  • Reno Rodeo: ten days of professional rodeo competition every June
  • Live shows and nightlife: concerts, comedy, and headline acts at downtown resorts/venues, plus local sports like Reno Aces baseball and University of Nevada athletics
  Food and Drink
  • The Midtown District is packed with locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, cocktail bars, and boutiques
  • Food festivals and events such as the Biggest Little City Wing Fest and seasonal farmers markets
  Relocation Perks
  • No state income tax in Nevada, so you keep more of your paycheck
  • Easy travel through Reno-Tahoe International Airport, with Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area within driving distance
  • A growing economy with expanding technology, logistics, and manufacturing sectors, plus a friendly, community-oriented feel

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university or equivalent years of education and experience
• One to two years of related experience and/or training
• Ability to apply sound judgment and analytical thinking to purchasing decisions
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally with vendors and colleagues
• Strong attention to detail while managing multiple deadlines
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
• Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
• Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
• The noise level is generally moderate

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using a purchasing, procurement, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) system preferred
• Proficiency with spreadsheets to compare quotations, track orders, and analyze purchasing data

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

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