Strategic Purchasing Manager – Construction & Contracts

HistoryMaker Homes; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HistoryMaker Homes is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead day-to-day purchasing activities, establish strategic processes, and maintain relationships with Trade Partners. You will support contract negotiations and ensure accurate bid information flows to trades, sales, and construction.

You will work with leadership and the Purchasing team on cost saving strategies, supply planning, and vendor agreements, helping HistoryMaker close homes on time while meeting budgets and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years purchasing experience in the construction industry preferred.
• Self-directed, take initiative, proactively address problems, and work with minimal oversight.
• Analytical in providing and receiving feedback, analyzing information, and interpreting complex issues.
• Highly organized and follows processes in sequential order while remaining flexible.
• Proficient with Excel and MS Office; read blueprints and construction docs.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day purchasing activities and supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing and rebate agreements with vendors/contractors.
• Manage contract price changes and labor rate adjustments.
• Analyze trade partner performance, capacity, quality, and workload.
• Support subdivision setup by setting rates and Trade Partner selections.
• Communicate policy changes and ensure accuracy of Scopes of Work.

Skills

Excel

Newstar ERP

Vendor management

Contract negotiations

Construction documents

Budgeting

Relationship building

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Construction Management

Tools

Newstar ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

HistoryMaker Homes is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead day-to-day purchasing activities, establish strategic processes, and maintain relationships with Trade Partners. You will support contract negotiations and ensure accurate bid information flows to trades, sales, and construction.

You will work with leadership and the Purchasing team on cost saving strategies, supply planning, and vendor agreements, helping HistoryMaker close homes on time while meeting budgets and quality standards.