Purchasing Director - Construction

Engtal; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction firm is seeking a Purchasing Director to lead their procurement strategy. This role involves overseeing sourcing, vendor management, and contract negotiations to support construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of purchasing experience in construction, strong analytical skills, and proven leadership abilities. This position offers the opportunity to develop a team while working closely with executive leadership and project management to achieve organizational goals.

Qualifications

• 10 or more years of procurement or purchasing experience, ideally in construction.
• Strong track record with sourcing, vendor negotiation and contract management.
• Understanding of construction materials and supply chain dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategy to support project schedules.
• Source, evaluate and select suppliers for materials and services.
• Lead contract and pricing negotiations to secure favorable terms.

Skills

Sourcing

Vendor negotiation

Contract management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, construction management or related field

Tools

Procurement systems

ERP tools

Job description

A growing construction firm in the MetroWest region is seeking a Purchasing Director to lead the company's procurement strategy. This leader will oversee sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiations and procurement operations to support construction projects and organizational goals. This role will report directly to C‑Suite leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategy to support project schedules and company objectives
• Source, evaluate and select suppliers for materials, equipment and subcontracted services
• Lead contract and pricing negotiations to secure favorable terms
• Manage vendor relationships and monitor performance, quality and delivery timelines
• Oversee purchasing budgets and identify cost savings opportunities
• Partner with project management and operations to forecast needs and plan material delivery
• Establish and enforce purchasing policies, procedures and best practices
• Prepare procurement reports and updates for executive leadership
• Lead and develop members of the purchasing team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, construction management or related field
• 10 or more years of procurement or purchasing experience, ideally in construction
• Strong track record with sourcing, vendor negotiation and contract management
• Understanding of construction materials, equipment and supply chain dynamics
• Leadership experience with the ability to guide and develop a team
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Familiarity with procurement systems, ERP tools and data analysis

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Purchasing

Industries

• Construction