Find work in the United States.

A simpler way to find your next job.

Jobs in the United States

25+ jobs

Save this search

Added just now
Security Automation Engineer II, BU Info Security
Boston University
Boston, MA
…University to define, implement, and evaluate security risks and controls, and to make sure what we build matches our enterprise architecture standards and Information Security policy.…
Added 2 mins ago
Mission Critical - Quality Manager
Suffolk
Turkey, TX
Develop and maintain the project-specific Quality Plan, inspection and testing controls, responsibility assignments, reporting requirements, and supporting execution tools in accordance…
Added 2 mins ago
Mission Critical - Assistant Quality Manager
Suffolk
Turkey, TX
Support implementation and maintenance of the project-specific Quality Plan, inspection and testing controls, responsibility assignments, reporting requirements, and supporting execution…
Added 3 mins ago
Financial Health Coach - Community & Business Development
JPMC page
Columbus, OH
Promote a strong controls environment by following risk and control expectations, procedures, and processes
Added 5 mins ago
A
Senior Water/Wastewater Client Account Leader
Arcadis
Greensboro, NC · Cary, NC · Charlotte, NC
- $150,000 to $200,000 USD / year
Coordinate internal technical resources and project controls to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with client expectations.
Added 5 mins ago
Sr. Design Project Manager - Large Projects
Arcadis
Dallas, TX · Miami, FL · FL · VA · DC · TX · Phoenix, AZ
Integrate design activities with project controls, cost, procurement, permitting, construction, commissioning, and operational requirements.
Added 5 mins ago
Automation & Controls Engineer (Mandarin)
Smithfield
Sioux Falls, SD
Join Our Team as an Automation and Controls Engineer – Innovate the Future of Manufacturing!
Added 6 mins ago
CO
City Planner I or II
City of Shawnee
Shawnee, OK
- From $60,000 USD / year
Identifies grant opportunities; prepares grant applications, controls expenditures, and prepares required reports.
Added 6 mins ago
A
Hvac Installer
Aerotek
Hagerstown, MD
- $25 to $30 USD / hour
…interprets blueprints and mechanical drawings, collaborates with project teams, and ensures that all installations meet project specifications and applicable…
Added 6 mins ago
Chief Research Enablement Officer (CREO)
Harvard University
Cambridge, MA
…maintains a robust research infrastructure, strong internal controls, and a culture of accountability that supports, rather than impedes, research…
Added 7 mins ago
Senior Systems Engineer
KBR
Beavercreek, OH
Added 7 mins ago
Project Manager
Bray Intl Brand
Houston, TX
…components, processes, and constraints relevant to valves, actuators, controls, and EPC project…
Added 12 mins ago
SC
Systems Engineer III - Design
SmartTech Contracting LLC
Remote, United States
- $78,750 to $95,812.5 USD / year
…program scale. As a Master Systems Integrator (MSI), we unify controls construction (DDC, PLC, SCADA) with software engineering, optimized graphics / UI standards, and program-level…
Added 13 mins ago
Operations Manager - Professional Land Surveyor
WGI
Charlotte, NC · Raleigh, NC
In this position, you will act as a Survey Project Manager in the execution of various public and private sector survey assignments. You will direct teams of technicians and field crews to…
Added 13 mins ago
IG
Field Service Engineer
Insight Global
Alpharetta, GA
- From $42 USD / hour
Support instrumentation, controls, turbines, generators, and other power-generation equipment depending on the project
Added 13 mins ago
IG
Cost Manager
Insight Global
WestLake, TX
- From $50 USD / hour
We are seeking an experienced Cost Manager to oversee cost controls, forecasting, billing, and financial reporting across a large, complex construction program. This role will work closely…
Added 13 mins ago
IG
Cost Manager
Insight Global
Grand Prairie, TX
- From $55 USD / hour
We are seeking an experienced Cost Manager to oversee cost controls, forecasting, billing, and financial reporting across a large, complex construction program. This role will work closely…
Added 14 mins ago
CSV Engineer II
PM Group
Indianapolis, IN
…of PM Group’s ability to support clients across the complete project life cycle. We have over 50 years’ industry experience, strong technical knowledge and integrated resources. Clients…
Added 15 mins ago
UG
Advisory Services Consultant, Consultant Development Program - AI/ML Engineering Track - Multiple Locations
UnitedHealth Group
Eden Prairie, MN
- $72,800 to $130,000 USD / year
Lead selected client-facing interactions and presentations, communicate technical recommendations and trade-offs, and build client relationships during project delivery
Added 16 mins ago
CH
Director of Finance and Grant Administration
COVENANT HOUSE NEW ORLEANS
New Orleans, LA
- $68,000 to $78,000 USD / year
Added 17 mins ago
O
Senior Network Developer
Oracle
Seattle, WA · Nashville, TN · Santa Clara, CA · Redwood City, CA · Reston, VA
- $91,400 to $187,000 USD / year
Participate in network lifecycle management through build and upgrade projects. Collaborate with program and project managers to define milestones and deliverables. Execute network changes…
Added 17 mins ago
Energy Marshal | Lancaster, TX
HazTek Inc.
Lancaster, TX
HazTek is seeking an experienced Energy Marshal to oversee safety operations on an industrial construction project near Lancaster, TX. This role is critical in ensuring energy isolation…
Added 18 mins ago
Payroll Operations Review Consultant
AlphaX
Remote, United States
We engage experienced practitioners as project-based collaborators. Engagements are remote-first with occasional client travel. When you authorize it, AlphaGov may name you as an expert…
Added 20 mins ago
Business Analyst
Starr Adjustment Services, Inc.
399 Park Avenue-New York, NY
Analyze and document current processes, controls and workflows.
Added 20 mins ago
Shipper Loader, C-Shift, 6PM-6AM, 2-2-3
Avery Dennison
Greenfield, IN
…gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process…

Taylor Morrison, Inc. (MQ9)

Purchasing Agent

Suite 2000 Scottsdale, AZ, United States

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Job details

Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 4, 2026

Original job description

Job Description Summary As a Purchasing Agent working for Taylor Morrison you will recognize the value of items being purchased; negotiate and close deals with contractors and follow through with accurate contracts. The Purchasing Agent would have the skill set to manage categories relating to finishes. They would be able to completely analyze a category and make recommendations to Purchasing leadership. Job Details

We trust that as a Purchasing Agent you will: (responsibilities)

Manage the entire bid process, from bid set-up through negotiation, bid award and contract execution with suppliers and all providers
Negotiate, finalize the details of the contract, produce and follow up on Trade Partner & Vendor contracts
Understand and perform the techniques of Should Costs. Should Costs methodology is a different approach to traditional bidding. It is completed with a collaborative effort with trade and supply partners where there is complete visibility to costs. It is a method of understanding each component of a bid to reduce or maintain costs
Be able to set up new vendor in Newstar and BuildPro
Organize and maintain material bids and takeoffs for each product
Full understanding of Analyzers. Analyzers are the different reports allowing the end user the ability to analyze, interpret and manipulate Newstar data
Cost out variance purchase orders
Manage all contract documents including the preparation of plans and documentation for bid process, verify accuracy and completeness of all documents including complete option list
Responsible for all aspects of assigned categories/cost codes
Responsible for assigned bidding projects to include bid signoff meetings, Community Grand Opening meetings and continued support to the field for life of the community
Responsible for ensuring compliance with Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) controls with all assigned trade partners
Responsible for adhering to the Architecture/Bidding Project Tracker
Perform cost per square footage and budget comparisons
Audit and analyze existing trades and suppliers, on a regular basis, to ensure best price and pursue cost saving opportunities as they arise. Target bid and negotiate as needed per policy
Maintain electronic trade partner files and regular vendor files (originals)
Monitor, maintain and distribute house plans (BuildPro)
Maintain global vendor lists
Maintain specifications and assist with rebate submittals
Provide direct cost estimates for new land acquisitions
Maintain scopes of work
Maintain and understands house costs
Check plans against contract, computer take off and plan master
Update trade partner costs and revises estimates for subdivision, contract or plan changes
Attend frame walks providing pricing and product expertise
Understand construction codes by city entities
Perform research and resolves trade partner disputes; including product or pricing issues, and invoice and contract discrepancies
Review and approve variances, provides variance analysis
Ability to understand and navigate purchasing system
May assist with Architecture responsibilities
Utilize the cost mitigation tool to drive business results
Provide in depth analysis on data including but not limited to plan frequency and option take-rates
You are willing to perform other duties as assigned

What you will need: (competencies, behaviors & attributes)

Analytical
Communication
Ethics & Integrity
Negotiation
Teamwork

About you:

Preferred 2-5 years of Purchasing or Construction experience in the homebuilding industry, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent desired
Proficient in math with basic finance knowledge
Able to prioritize goals related to the role
Able to read and interpret blueprints
Able to meet and coordinate with Builders and Construction Managers in the field
Organized and able to multi task with attention to detail
Able to work independently and proactively
Highly approachable and displays a positive approach to both work and internal customers.
Ability to use with ease the Microsoft suite of solutions
Ability to travel, if necessary
Knowledge of Newstar, BuildPro and PlanSwift is a plus

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Will have responsibilities such as:

This position is considered a non-exempt position for purposes of wage-hour law, which means that you will be required to keep a time record and will be eligible for overtime pay.

Essential Functions:

Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Report to Division/Corporate Office/Community daily and adhere to schedule
Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device
Ability to have face to face conversations with customers, co-workers and higher level manager
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed
Ability to operate a motor vehicle if applicable
Comply with company policies and procedure

Physical Demands:

Must be able to able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time
The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

*Taylor Morrison experience and/or successful completion of training program may override required education and/or experience requirement.

Job descriptions are not intended as, nor should be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of those principal job duties and responsibilities essential for making fair pay decisions about the job.

Benefits of Working With Taylor Morrison

We are looking for dedicated professionals that share our values of putting the customer - and their needs - first. In addition to a great team atmosphere, career development and advancement opportunities, we offer full-time employees an extensive benefits package, to include:

Competitive Compensation
Health Care - Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Coverage
401(k) with Company Matching Contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Programs
Employee & Dependent Life Insurance
Vacation & Company Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Home Purchase Rebate Program
Home Mortgage Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apply About employer

More about this job

Skills

Procurement
Leadership
Negotiation
Documentation
Regulatory compliance
Building codes
Research
Communication skills
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Work independently
PlanSwift

Report this job