Purchasing Agent

Perry Homes, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with Company Match

PTO & Paid Holidays

Job summary

Perry Homes, LLC is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Houston, Texas, responsible for negotiating pricing and managing vendor relationships to ensure the quality and efficiency of projects. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma (Bachelor’s preferred) and a minimum of 2 years in purchasing or estimating. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative and inclusive company culture.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, operations or estimating preferred.
• Knowledge of estimating and purchasing principles.
• Availability to travel as needed in Houston and other Texas markets.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing and rebate agreements with major vendors.
• Manage vendor/product improvements and changes.
• Establish pricing and costs for estimating.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Strong communication

Time management

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Construction related field

Job description

About The Role

The Purchasing Agent will use discretion and independent judgment to negotiate pricing and rebate agreements with major suppliers and contractors, manage vendor/product improvements and changes, facilitate the set-up of new Company subdivisions, resolve disputes with suppliers and rectify vendor and product issues in the field, and establish pricing and costs for estimating. This position communicates frequently with the Vice President and Senior Vice President of Purchasing, construction personnel and other departments as needed.

What You’ll Do

• Negotiate pricing and rebate agreements with major vendors/contractors; periodically adjust labor rates as necessary.
• Manage special projects including vendor/product improvements and changes.
• Advise construction personnel regarding vendor and product issues and liaise with vendors as needed to resolve disputes; timely rectify issues as warranted.
• Establish pricing and costs to be used by the Estimating Department.
• Facilitate the setup of all new subdivisions by setting labor rates and making vendor selections.
• Review pricing to ensure accuracy.
• Compare and evaluate market for new, potential contractors/vendors.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Business or a Construction related field.
• Preferred 2+ years of experience in purchasing, operations or estimating.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of estimating and purchasing principles as well as residential construction practices and materials.
• Effective negotiating skills, strong communication and time management.
• Availability to travel as needed in Houston and other Texas markets.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Medical, dental, vision coverage.
• Financial Planning.
• Time Off & Life Balance.
• Family & Lifestyle.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Culture that is collaborative, inclusive, fast‑paced, people‑first.
• Stable company with strong reputation in the market.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fitness Reimbursement.

Financial Planning

• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance.
• Supplemental Coverage Options.

Time Off & Life Balance

• PTO & Paid Holidays.
• Leave of Absence Programs.

Family & Lifestyle

• Perry Homes Family College Fund.
• New Home & Employee Discounts.
• Pet Perks, Travel Assistance, & More.

Perry Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer