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Purchasing Agent

3 months ago

Kenmore, United States gpac Full time
Job Description

Purchasing Agent - Residential Construction

Were seeking a residential construction procurement professional to join the growing team

Key Responsibilities:
  • Cultivate and nurture relationships with potential vendors, while visiting their facilities to gain insight into their products and services.
  • Ensure timely acquisition of labor and materials to meet construction schedules, uphold quality standards, and stay within budgetary constraints.
  • Maintain detailed specifications and manage budgets effectively.
  • Develop and oversee contracts with subcontractors, ensuring clarity and adherence to project requirements.
  • Verify the accuracy of insurance and licensing documentation for subcontractors to mitigate risk.
  • Oversee the scope of work documentation to ensure alignment with project objectives.
  • Create comprehensive bid packages and facilitate the bid submission process.
  • Conduct thorough pricing comparisons and negotiate to secure optimal rates for materials and labor.
  • Collaborate with the accounting team to facilitate timely payments to subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Research and provide information to address subcontractor payment inquiries.
  • Evaluate subcontractors based on criteria including price, quality, and availability.
  • Maintain accurate records of payments, receipts, and inventory.
Qualifications:
  • Strong negotiation skills and ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with vendors and stakeholders.
  • Creative problem-solving abilities.
  • Forward-thinking mindset with a focus on organizational benefit.
  • Proficiency in analyzing information and identifying discrepancies.
  • Experience with single and multi-family residential construction
  • Demonstrated ability to monitor progress and adapt plans as needed.
  • Effective planning, prioritization, and attention to detail.
  • Collaborative approach to working with trade partners and colleagues across departments.
  • 1-3 years of experience in residential construction procurement.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience in sales and pricing analysis preferred.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Bonus pay opportunities

Send your confidential resume to take the next step in your career with a growing privately owned residential builder Join the team and contribute to providing exceptional homes and communities throughout the greater Seattle area

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.