Purchasing Assistant

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 to support purchasing operations and pre-construction permitting activities within its growing Cleveland, OH Division.   Essential Duties and Responsibilities   Purchasing Maintain vendor packets and qualifications Requests for pricing, load price changes Revising/updating features lists Updating projects vendor lists Pricing and distributing design changes Keeping all plans updated and in stock New project product binders Keep the office organized Coordinate all paperwork for vendors Process purchase orders, change orders and notices to proceed Create and maintain contract files Research invoice or purchase order issues as needed Prepare bid packages  Permitting Prepare and submit plot plans, zoning applications, and building permits through various municipalities based on construction deadlines Prepare and submit check requests, payments for permits, water and sewer taps, and impact fees timely Serve as designated Division contact for permit and/or other issues and respond promptly Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with municipality departments and staff members Record building permit information into JD Edwards (JDE) to maintain the construction scheduling software