Purchasing Manager

Kids for the Future; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Growth and leadership development

Job summary

Adair Homes is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing operations across multiple markets, build strong trade partner relationships, and drive strategy that supports every home built. You will coach a team of Purchasing Agents and partner with Estimating, Product Development, Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to improve processes and margins.

The role focuses on negotiations, competitive pricing, cost modeling, and value engineering to protect quality, value, and profitability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing, estimating, construction, or supply chain experience.
• Experience negotiating supplier and subcontractor agreements.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong financial, analytical, and business acumen.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with ERP or purchasing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier and subcontractor negotiations across multiple markets.
• Build and maintain trade partner relationships ensuring competitive pricing and capacity.
• Oversee bidding, contract administration, and purchasing strategies.
• Develop and maintain should-cost model to improve pricing accuracy.
• Identify value engineering opportunities to improve margins.
• Partner with Estimating, Product Development, Construction Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to drive improvements.
• Lead and develop a Purchasing team and establish standards and practices.
• Monitor KPIs and purchasing performance to support growth.

Skills

Purchasing

Estimating

Construction

Supply chain

Leadership

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

• Base Pay $125,000.00 - $145,000.00 / Year
• Other Compensation Bonus Opportunity
• Job Category Purchasing, Supply Chain, Construction Management
• Industry Homebuilding, Construction, Manufacturing

Description

Purchasing Manager

Lead the Strategy Behind Every Home We Build

At Adair Homes, purchasing is more than negotiating prices. It's about building the partnerships, strategies, and systems that help us deliver exceptional homes while protecting quality, value, and profitability.

As our Purchasing Manager, you'll lead purchasing operations across multiple markets, develop strong trade partner relationships, and drive the purchasing strategy that supports every home we build. You'll partner with leaders across the organization to improve processes, strengthen supplier relationships, and build a high-performing purchasing team ready to support our continued growth.

Since 1969, Adair Homes has helped more than 25,000 families build affordable custom homes throughout the Pacific Northwest and Arizona. We're looking for a strategic leader who thrives on building strong partnerships, improving processes, and developing high-performing teams. If you're energized by solving complex challenges, influencing business strategy, and making a measurable impact, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead supplier and subcontractor negotiations across multiple markets.
• Build and maintain strong trade partner relationships while ensuring competitive pricing and dependable capacity.
• Oversee competitive bidding, contract administration, and purchasing strategies.
• Develop and maintain our should-cost model to improve pricing accuracy and purchasing decisions.
• Identify value engineering opportunities that improve margins without compromising quality.
• Partner with Estimating, Product Development, Construction Operations, Finance, and Supply Chain to drive continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Purchasing Agents while establishing purchasing standards and best practices.
• Monitor KPIs and purchasing performance to support company growth and operational excellence.

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of purchasing, estimating, construction, supply chain, or related experience.
• Experience negotiating supplier and subcontractor agreements.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong financial, analytical, and business acumen.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP or purchasing systems.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Residential homebuilding experience.
• Multi-market purchasing experience.
• Experience with cost modeling, estimating, or value engineering.

Why Adair Homes?

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Growth and leadership development opportunities
• A collaborative team environment where your work makes a real impact

About Adair Homes

Since 1969, Adair Homes has helped more than 25,000 families build affordable custom homes across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Arizona. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences while creating opportunities for our employees to grow, lead, and succeed.

Adair Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Adair Homes ProTeam members get to go to work each day knowing what they do has meaning and is making a difference in peoples lives.

Adair Homes: Great place to work certified

We’re thrilled to announce that Adair Homes has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in 2024, and we couldn’t be prouder of this achievement! This recognition is a testament to the dedication we’ve put into fostering a positive corporate culture and structure. Ensuring our employees’ satisfaction and providing them with meaningful benefits are integral parts of our mission here at Adair Homes, and this certification is a celebration for every member of our team. Read more about this exciting certification and what it can mean for YOU as a prospective employee of Adair Homes!