Robert Half

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Purchasing Coordinator (Contract-to-Hire | Fully On-Site in The Woodlands) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM A client of ours is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to join their team in a contract-to-hire, fully on-site role. This position plays a key part in ensuring seamless purchasing operations, vendor management, and cross-departmental support within a fast-paced and detail-driven environment. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable collaborating with both internal teams and external vendors. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee the end-to-end process for new subdivision setup, ensuring a clear and documented plan. • Manage vendor and contractor setup in JDE, including insurance tracking and vendor number assignments. • Maintain accurate pricing and selection data in BRIX, including option pricing and available selections. • Enter and update takeoff data for new plans and revisions; support NSO processing and pricing updates. • Prepare cost comparisons and monthly Direct Cost (DC) summaries to support budgeting and forecasting. • Investigate and resolve payroll issues by developing preventative systems and reviewing labor cost data. • Act as a liaison across departments (Construction, Sales, external vendors) to streamline processes. • Create and process standard/extra POs, stage changes, and change orders. • Maintain accurate records for rebates, job accruals, aging reports, and vendor/community tracking. • Provide backup support to the Purchasing team to ensure continuity of operations. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree preferred. • 1+ year of purchasing experience preferred. • Proficiency in Excel (intermediate to advanced required). • Experience with JDE and/or BRIX strongly preferred, but not required. • Strong skills in budgeting, procurement, time management, and attention to detail. • Professional office etiquette and ability to work cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders. • A mature, reliable, and detail-oriented professional.