Purchasing Agent/Manager

Company: gpac
Location: Woodstock
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionJob Summary: Luxury Property Management firm in Midtown Manhattan is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent with 7+ years of real estate industry experience. This role will assume responsibility over full-cycle procurement, budgeting, purchasing, and establishing and maintaining vendor relationships for residential purchase needs and office inventory. Job Specific Responsibilities and Duties:

• Collaborates with building management and leadership team to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions for both a corporate office environment and portfolio of residential condominium and apartment buildings.
• Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
• Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
• Acts as the company's representative in negotiations with suppliers.
• Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials.
• Reviews invoices for accuracy.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related field required.
  • At least 7 years of experience; real estate/property management industry experience required
  • Excellent computer skills particularly: Microsoft Office Suite Basic Requirements:
    • Proof of vaccination as required under NYC mandate for private-employer sector.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Understanding of business and management principles.
    • Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
    • Ability to multi-task and be a team player.
    • Represent company as a professional in appearance and manner.
    • Complete company required training c

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