Purchasing Manager- Residential Construction

Purchasing Manager – Residential Homebuilder

Industry: Residential Construction | Custom & Production Homes

Employment Type: Full-Time

Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager with a strong background in residential homebuilding? Join a dynamic and growing company where your expertise will directly impact project success and profitability. We're seeking a detail-oriented, driven individual to lead and optimize purchasing operations for high-quality single-family homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all purchasing activities from pre-construction through project completion

• Source, negotiate, and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers

• Analyze takeoffs and estimates to ensure accuracy and budget alignment

• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, and field teams to ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials

• Track market trends, pricing, and availability to maintain competitive advantage

• Maintain budgets, purchase orders, and procurement documentation

• Evaluate vendor performance, ensuring compliance with cost, quality, and schedule expectations

• Improve internal purchasing processes and contribute to strategic planning

Requirements:

• 5+ years of purchasing experience in residential homebuilding

• Strong knowledge of construction materials, trades, and residential building processes

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and purchasing/estimating software (e.g., Buildertrend, CoConstruct, SupplyPro, etc.)

• Excellent negotiation and organizational skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and communication abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in both custom and production homebuilding

• Familiarity with plan reading and estimating

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, or a related field (a plus, not required)

Ready to take the next step in your construction career? Apply now and send your resume to Melissa Strater – ...