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D.R. Horton
Purchasing Assistant
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A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.
$47,652 / year median in Hawaii
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Purchasing Assistant D.R. Horton - 3.3 Honolulu, HI Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Basic math Full Job Description 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 Assistant for their Purchasing Department. The right candidate will support the purchasing department with a variety of clerical tasks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Maintain vendor packets and qualifications Requests for pricing, load price changes Revising/updating features lists Updating projects vendor lists New project product binders Keep the sample library organized Coordinate paperwork for vendors Process purchase orders, change orders and notices to proceed Create and maintain contract files in JD Edwards Research invoice or purchase order issues as needed Prepare bid packages Qualifications Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situation to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration, and percent. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We operate in an open floor plan environment to encourage communication amongst departments. Other Qualifications JD Edwards experience a plus Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel 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