<p>What will you do in this role?</p> <p>You provide analytical and operational support within the purchasing department, while working closely with the construction, accounting, and sales departments.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Interact with trade partners by helping Purchasing Agent conduct buyouts for specific categories and communities</p> </li><li> <p>Analyze purchase orders for direct construction and option costs</p> </li><li> <p>Prepare and analyze pre-sale and pre-construction profit margins (tie-outs) by reviewing sales & options contracts</p> </li><li> <p>Identify areas for profit margin improvement & communicate findings to stakeholders</p> </li><li> <p>Review purchasing contracts/change orders</p> </li><li> <p>Managing special projects as assigned</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and implement efficient procedures by analyzing current procedures and recommending process changes</p> </li><li> <p>Answer financial questions by researching and interpreting cost/margin data</p> </li><li> <p>Other tasks as assigned</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures</p> </li></ul> <p>You Have:</p> <ul> <li> <p>1-2 years' experience in an office environment</p> </li><li> <p>Advance knowledge of Excel</p> </li><li> <p>Advanced computer skills</p> </li><li> <p>Experience working in a team environment, and you really enjoy it</p> </li><li> <p>Good verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with internal and external customers</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to hold oneself accountable and possesses a high degree of self-awareness</p> </li></ul> <p>You Might Also Have:</p> <ul> <li> <p>BA/BS in Accounting/Finance/Business or related degree</p> </li><li> <p>Experience in Purchasing</p> </li><li> <p>Experience working independently while carrying out assignments based on instructions given</p> </li><li> <p>Experience in the home building industry</p> </li></ul> <p>Benefits & Perks</p> <ul> <li> <p>Comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP</p> </li><li> <p>Time Off benefits include Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, Refresh, Floating Holidays and Parental Leave</p> </li><li> <p>Flexible work from home options (depending on position)</p> </li><li> <p>Home Purchase Discount</p> </li><li> <p>Tuition Reimbursement</p> </li><li> <p>Wellness Program</p> </li></ul> <p>All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates.</p> <p>Compensation</p> <p>Base Salary: $25.00 to $28.00 Hourly</p> <p>FLSA Status: Non-Exempt</p> <p>Bonus Type: KPI qrtrly potential up to 10%</p> <p>"Recruitment Agencies: Although we value the services you provide, at this time we are not leveraging external 3rd party recruitment resources for this search. Should those needs change, we will seek your assistance directly."</p> <p>Business Unit -</p> <p>Oakwood Homes</p>