Purchasing Agent

LaSalle Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits enrollment

Job summary

LaSalle Network is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support construction projects by sourcing, ordering, and delivering materials, equipment, and services on time and within budget. You will collaborate with project managers and site teams to align purchasing decisions with project needs.

As a hands-on problem solver, you will troubleshoot issues, negotiate with vendors, track orders, and maintain supplier relationships to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within construction or related industries.
• Strong negotiation and organizational skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and deliver solutions quickly.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and dependable team player.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where deadlines matter.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase construction materials, equipment, and services to meet project timelines.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors and subcontractors.
• Track purchase orders and resolve issues such as delays, shortages, or quality concerns.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with project managers, site supervisors, and estimators to align purchasing decisions with project needs.
• Ensure materials comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Keep accurate records of orders, invoices, and vendor performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Team player

Fast-paced work

Job description

Our client is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support their construction projects by ensuring materials, equipment, and services are sourced, ordered, and delivered on time and within budget. This role requires a hands-on problem solver who can troubleshoot issues, adapt quickly, and keep projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase construction materials, equipment, and services to meet project timelines.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with vendors and subcontractors.
• Track purchase orders and resolve issues such as delays, shortages, or quality concerns.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate with project managers, site supervisors, and estimators to align purchasing decisions with project needs.
• Ensure materials comply with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Keep accurate records of orders, invoices, and vendor performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within construction or related industries.
• Strong negotiation and organizational skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and deliver solutions quickly.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and dependable team player.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where deadlines matter.

Compensation: $80,000-85,000 annually

Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/