Senior Purchasing Agent

RemX | The Workforce Experts; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RemX | The Workforce Experts is seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Agent to join a growing homebuilder in the Metro Atlanta area. You will manage procurement activities, vendor relationships, and cost controls across multiple residential construction projects.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of purchasing experience in residential homebuilding and advanced working knowledge of NewStar, with strong negotiation and communication skills to drive value while maintaining schedule and quality.

Qualifications

• Must have purchasing experience in homebuilding and advanced working knowledge of NewStar.
• 5+ years of purchasing experience within residential homebuilding.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, Construction Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead the purchasing process for new home construction, including sourcing, bidding, and contract negotiation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Analyze bids to ensure competitive pricing while maintaining quality.
• Prepare and execute subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
• Collaborate with construction, estimating, and land teams to support project timelines and budgets.
• Monitor material costs and market trends to proactively manage pricing and supply risks.
• Ensure all contracts and vendor agreements align with company standards and legal requirements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing strategies and process improvements.
• Track and report on cost savings, budgets, and variances.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Cost controls

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Construction Management

Tools

BRIX

BuildPro

Job description

I am seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Agent to join a growing homebuilder in the Metro Atlanta area. This role is responsible for managing procurement activities, vendor relationships, and cost controls across multiple residential construction projects. The ideal candidate brings strong industry knowledge, negotiation expertise, and the ability to drive value while maintaining quality and schedule expectations. MUST HAVE PURCHASING EXPERIENCE IN HOMEBUILDING AND ADVANCED WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF NEWSTAR.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the purchasing process for new home construction, including sourcing, bidding, and contract negotiation
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
• Analyze bids and ensure competitive pricing while maintaining quality standards
• Prepare and execute subcontract agreements and purchase orders
• Collaborate with construction, estimating, and land teams to support project timelines and budgets
• Monitor material costs and market trends to proactively manage pricing and supply risks
• Ensure all contracts and vendor agreements align with company standards and legal requirements
• Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing strategies and process improvements
• Track and report on cost savings, budgets, and variances

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of purchasing experience within residential homebuilding
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and subcontractor trades
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships
• Experience with purchasing or ERP systems (e.g., BRIX, BuildPro, etc.)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment