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Purchasing Agent
Blue View Builder. Source materials, obtain and compare quotes, and negotiate pricing and purchasing terms .
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in sourcing and purchasing construction materials, with a strong focus on supplier relationship management and negotiation skills. Proficient in utilizing construction management software and Excel to optimize purchasing processes and maintain accurate records.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Purchasing Construction MaterialsSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation SkillsConstruction Management SoftwareExcel Proficiency
ATS Keywords
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Hard Skills
Sourcing MaterialsComparing QuotesNegotiating PricingUnderstanding Product SpecificationsWorking From PlansMaterial TakeoffsIssuing Purchase OrdersTracking BackordersResolving Delivery IssuesIdentifying Cost Improvement Opportunities
Soft Skills
Strong Organization SkillsEffective Communication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Construction Management SoftwareExcel
Industry Keywords
Residential HomebuildingModular HomebuildingSouthern California SuppliersBuilding MaterialsSupplier Agreements
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Source materials, obtain and compare quotes, and negotiate pricing and purchasing terms
- Purchase materials based on approved plans, takeoffs, specifications, and production schedules
- Coordinate with estimating, design, factory production, and project management to confirm quantities, product requirements, budgets, and delivery dates
- Maintain supplier relationships for structural materials, roofing, windows, doors, siding, insulation, drywall, MEP materials, cabinetry, flooring, and finishes
- Issue and track purchase orders; resolve backorders, substitutions, damaged materials, and delivery issues
- Maintain supplier contacts, price lists, purchasing records, and committed costs
- Identify opportunities to improve pricing and availability through volume purchasing and preferred supplier agreements
Requirements
What you’ll need- Experience purchasing construction materials for residential or modular homebuilding in California
- Established relationships with Southern California construction material suppliers and distributors
- Knowledge of building materials, product specifications, pricing, and lead times
- Ability to work from plans, material lists, and takeoffs
- Strong negotiation, organization, and communication skills
- Proficiency with Excel and purchasing or construction management software