Landscape Purchasing Agent

Job Juncture; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Juncture is seeking a Purchasing/Procurement Coordinator in Jacksonville for a well-established commercial nursery and landscaping firm. The role combines office coordination with hands-on sourcing, field visits to farms, and vendor management to meet project timelines.

You will travel across Florida and Georgia, tag trees and palms to meet grading standards, and collaborate with the Construction Manager to align materials with the build schedule, ensuring timely deliveries and competitive

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of commercial tree and palm grading standards.
• Previous experience in purchasing, landscaping, or the construction industry preferred.
• Strong negotiation and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout Florida and Georgia.
• Valid drivers license required.

Responsibilities

• Monday: In-office coordination with the purchasing and construction teams.
• Tuesday Friday: In the field visiting farms and tagging trees.
• Assist the Purchasing Manager in sourcing commercial-grade materials, including landscaping, irrigation, and hardscape supplies, vehicles, and heavy equipment.
• Travel to suppliers throughout Florida and Georgia to hand-select and tag trees and palms to meet commercial grading standards.
• Schedule tagging and procurement of all materials according to the commercial construction schedule provided by the Construction Manager.
• Negotiate competitive pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers.
• Provide accurate and competitive material pricing for commercial landscape bids.
• Coordinate delivery logistics to ensure timely arrival of trees and palms at job sites.

Skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Vendor coordination

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Monday: In-office coordination with the purchasing and construction teams
• Tuesday Friday: In the field visiting farms and tagging trees
• Assist the Purchasing Manager in sourcing commercial-grade materials, including landscaping, irrigation, and hardscape supplies, vehicles, and heavy equipment
• Travel to suppliers throughout Florida and Georgia to hand-select and tag trees and palms to meet commercial grading standards
• Schedule tagging and procurement of all materials according to the commercial construction schedule provided by the Construction Manager
• Negotiate competitive pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers
• Provide accurate and competitive material pricing for commercial landscape bids
• Coordinate delivery logistics to ensure timely arrival of trees and palms at job sites

Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of commercial tree and palm grading standards
• Previous experience in purchasing, landscaping, or the construction industry preferred
• Strong negotiation and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout Florida and Georgia
• Valid drivers license required

You MUST LIVE in and around JACKSONVILLE, FL No relocation assistance is provided.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

Based in Jacksonville, FL, this well-established commercial nursery and landscaping firm is recognized as a trusted leader across the Southeast. Known for its craftsmanship, professionalism, and deep client partnerships, the company delivers high-quality results on large-scale commercial developments, municipal installations, and signature landscape projects. Backed by a private equity firm committed to expanding this industry segment within its portfolio, the company is entering an exciting growth phase creating opportunities for driven professionals to make a lasting impact.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborate with an experienced team on high-profile commercial landscape projects
• Blend office coordination with field-based sourcing and vendor interaction
• Travel throughout Florida and Georgia to hand-select top-quality materials
• Contribute directly to project execution, quality, and client success