Job Details

Job Details

Job Location
Chesmar Homes - Austin - Round Rock, TX

Description

Our Story

Are you are looking for a fun new place to call home? If you desire the opportunity to work with people that feel like family, a place that values respect of others, ownership for your role in the organization, and freedom to do the right thing, you just may have what it takes to be a Chesmarian.

Chesmar Homes entered the Texas market in 2005 with a mission and philosophy rooted in the core values: Do the Right Thing, Respect Everyone, Ownership, Freedom & Responsibility, and Having Fun. Three years ago, Chesmar joined the Sekisui House family, one of the world's largest homebuilders and together we are dedicated to making home the happiest place in the world.

We focus on building uniquely styled homes with superior craftsmanship, aspiring to be the builder of choice for our homeowners. At Chesmar Homes, we believe in fostering an inclusive work environment that promotes work-life balance and supports our team in every way. We are Chesmarians, united in setting the higher standard in everything we do. Building homes is not just our job; it's our passion, ingrained in our DNA.

Your Next Great Adventure

As the Purchasing Coordinator your responsibility is to provide support for the Purchasing Manager, Sales, Construction Managers, and vendors. Maintaining inventory, purchasing records, and conducting vendor research and selection to cut costs and enhance profitability and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the end-to-end process for new subdivision setup, ensuring a clear and documented plan.
• Manage vendor and contractor setup in software, including insurance tracking and assignment of vendor numbers.
• Maintain accurate pricing and selection data in software, option pricing, and available selections.
• Enter and update takeoff data for new plans and revisions; support NSO (Non-Standard Option) processing and pricing updates.
• Prepare cost comparisons and monthly Direct Cost (DC) summaries to support budgeting and forecasting.
• Distribute final budgets to Construction Manager, coordinate or document any updates to budget and provide corporate accounting with final cost of finished home.
• Resolve payroll issues by developing preventative systems and reviewing labor cost data.
• Act as a liaison across departments, including Construction, Sales, and external vendors.
• Create standard and extra POs; process stage changes and change orders as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date records for rebates, job accruals, aging reports, and vendor/community tracking.
• Serve as a backup to the Purchasing team, contributing to cross-functional support and continuity.

Qualifications

Success is Built On

• College Degree preferred
• 1+ year of purchasing experience preferred
• Brix experience is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all organizational levels and vendors.
• Demonstrates exemplary customer service, professional etiquette, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong time management, multitasking, and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Valid driver's license required; must successfully pass a background check and adapt to new tasks and organizational changes.

Perks

We want all people to be "better" for being part of Chesmar. Better is defined as better professionally, better financially, better physically and better mentally. Our benefits programs are designed to help you meet those goals. We include opportunities for professional development and continued education, generous 401k and tuition reimbursement programs, unique medical benefits focused on helping you stay healthy, and multiple options for mental and physical wellness along with a generous PTO policy.

Chesmar Homes is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees. We welcome applications regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

If this sounds like fun, we would love to hear your story. Apply today and join the Chesmar Homes family!