Job Description
Who We Are
At LD & Co, creating award-winning designs for model homes, multifamily developments, clubhouses and amenity areas that contribute to our builders’ and developers’ success is our goal. But we aremuch more than that. We are a group of professionals dedicated to creating beautiful, functional, and dream-inspiring spaces. We believe in kindness and respect, knowing we are better when we work together. We learn from our challenges and grow stronger and smarter, as a result, making each project better than the one before. We believe working hard and laughing until it hurts are equally important as we turn new and imaginative ideas into reality. And we look forward to each day as anew opportunity for limitless creation.The RoleAre you passionate about being part of a creative team? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?We are seeking a talented purchasing agent who is reliable, self-motivated and task-oriented to join our team. The ideal candidate is capable of working closely with the design team to procure goods and coordinate and manage the development of projects. This person thrives off the hustle of the work and is able to juggle competing priorities while handling unexpected interruptions and changes – all with a positive attitude.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing multiple projects within strict deadlines. To perform all aspects of managing projects:• Perform all aspects of project purchasing/ordering, tracking and shipping including:
At LD & Co, creating award-winning designs for model homes, multifamily developments, clubhouses and amenity areas that contribute to our builders’ and developers’ success is our goal. But we aremuch more than that. We are a group of professionals dedicated to creating beautiful, functional, and dream-inspiring spaces. We believe in kindness and respect, knowing we are better when we work together. We learn from our challenges and grow stronger and smarter, as a result, making each project better than the one before. We believe working hard and laughing until it hurts are equally important as we turn new and imaginative ideas into reality. And we look forward to each day as anew opportunity for limitless creation.The RoleAre you passionate about being part of a creative team? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?We are seeking a talented purchasing agent who is reliable, self-motivated and task-oriented to join our team. The ideal candidate is capable of working closely with the design team to procure goods and coordinate and manage the development of projects. This person thrives off the hustle of the work and is able to juggle competing priorities while handling unexpected interruptions and changes – all with a positive attitude.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, managing multiple projects within strict deadlines. To perform all aspects of managing projects:• Perform all aspects of project purchasing/ordering, tracking and shipping including:
- Create & maintain purchase order spreadsheet
- Place orders, confirm pricing, availability, ship to and follow-up on acknowledgement of all orders
- Notify designer of any problems or reselections and assist in resolutions
- Resolve freight problems or special warehouse complications
- Track and confirm arrival of all goods, troubleshooting along the way
- Schedule and coordinate installations
- In office installation support and crisis management
- Source warehouses, prepare and negotiate warehouse agreements
- Match vendor invoices to purchase orders in Job Purchasing spreadsheets and code invoices for accounts payable
- Maintain and develop professional vendor relationships
- Have strong computer skills using Microsoft Office and Excel
- Possess excellent communication skills and effectively communicate with co-workers, clients, suppliers, warehouses, factories, subcontractors, etc.
- Other administrative duties as requested
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to professionally interact with vendors and team members
- Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, meet budgets and strict deadlines in a quick-moving environment
- Ability to work individually and in a team environment with a willingness to roll up their sleeves to meet the needs of our organization
- Positive, ambitious, approachable and friendly demeanor – professionally representing self and company at all times
- Strong self-starter with great organizational skills and attention to detail
- A drive to achieve both personal and company goals and objectives
- Ability to receive and act upon constructive feedback
- Sets high standards - not satisfied with the status quo
- Creative, flexible problem solver with a capacity to cope with challenges and pressures
- Knowledge of accounts payable
Salary is commensurate with experience. We offer competitive health benefits, 401K plan, a generous personal leave policy, and mentorship and training from tenured designers. Please visit www.litadirks.com to learn more about the firm.
Contact:
Please send cover letter, resume, salary requirement and references through the LD&CO. website.
