Purchasing Agent - Exterior Remodeling

This is a remote position.

Schedule:

• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
  

Client Timezone: Pacific Time (Seattle)

Client Overview

Join a thriving exterior remodeling powerhouse that’s revolutionizing home improvements across three states. This industry leader specializes in transforming residential exteriors with top-quality siding, roofing, windows, and doors. With a robust project pipeline and over $1 million in monthly material purchases, you’ll be at the heart of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your financial acumen directly impacts the company’s success.

Job Description

As a Purchasing Agent, you’ll play a pivotal role in optimizing costs and ensuring financial accuracy for this multi-state exterior remodeling operation. Dive into a world of numbers, leveraging your sharp analytical skills to review and process substantial material invoices, compare pricing against master lists, and perform critical job costing analysis. Your eagle eye for detail will be instrumental in identifying discrepancies, uncovering potential savings, and contributing to the company’s bottom line. This position offers a unique blend of accounting expertise and industry-specific knowledge, providing an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in the booming home improvement sector.

Responsibilities

• Scrutinize and process material invoices exceeding $1 million monthly, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agreed terms
  
• Conduct meticulous comparisons between invoices and master pricing lists to spot and report discrepancies
  
• Perform comprehensive job costing analysis to determine project profitability and identify areas for improvement
  
• Analyze labor invoices from subcontracted crews, ensuring alignment with project scopes and budgets
  
• Identify and report pricing inconsistencies or errors, contributing to cost optimization strategies
  
• Communicate findings, discrepancies, and recommendations clearly and concisely via email
  
• Collaborate with project managers and finance team to streamline purchasing processes and enhance financial performance
  

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing, accounting, or related field, preferably in construction or remodeling
  
• Strong accounting background with a keen eye for numerical details
  
• Exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in financial analysis tools
  
• Outstanding written communication skills, with ability to articulate complex financial information clearly
  
• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills and ability to work independently
  
• Familiarity with construction materials and terminology, particularly in siding, roofing, windows, and doors (preferred)
  
• Adaptability to work across different time zones and manage multi-state projects
  
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for financial analysis and reporting (specific tools to be provided by the client)