Subcontractor & Procurement Manager

Socket.dev; York (York County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a proactive leader to grow and manage a subcontractor/vendor network for residential and multi-family projects. You will source, vet, onboard trades, and build a scalable supplier base across markets, while negotiating MSAs/SOWs and standardizing pricing. You’ll track KPIs (VPI) and align procurement with project needs, improving margins.

The role requires strong negotiation, analytics, and extensive experience in construction operations and inventory controls.

Qualifications

• Five years experience overseeing procurement, subcontractor/vendor management, and inventory control in construction or property management.
• Proven negotiation, contract drafting, and vendor relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with experience using KPIs, scorecards, and data-driven decisions.
• Experience in vendor management, subcontractor management, procurement, and supply chain.
• Proficiency with procurement software, inventory systems, and spreadsheets.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Source, vet, and onboard qualified trades to expand capacity.
• Build and maintain a deep bench of trade partners across markets.
• Oversee vendor onboarding, licenses, COIs, safety compliance, and standards.
• Create and maintain an Approved Vendor List with a vendor report card process.
• Track KPIs and VPI for trade partners; escalate issues and drive improvements.
• Negotiate MSAs, SOWs, and unit rate cards; standardize pricing sheets.
• Coordinate material deliveries, lead times, and staging; manage inventory.
• Coordinate cross-functional procurement with PMs, Superintendents, and Field Ops.
• Standardize material lists across plans; manage multiple divisions.
• Apply SIPOC tooling to minimize friction across development stages.
• Lead procurement strategy for materials, equipment, and services; ensure timely purchasing.
• Monitor spending trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Vendor management

Subcontractor management

Procurement

Supply chain

Construction operations

Negotiation

Contract drafting

Vendor relationship management

Analytics

KPIs

Scorecards

SOPs

Procurement software

Inventory systems

Spreadsheet reporting

Driver's license

Tools

Procurement software

Inventory systems

Job description

Description

Subcontractor & Trade Partner Network Growth

• Proactively source, vet, and onboard qualified trades (framers, electricians, plumbers, HVAC, roofers, etc.) to expand operational capacity.
• Build and maintain a deep bench of trade partners in current and expanding markets to support both fast-turn single-family home renovations/flips and high-density multi-family or ground-up development projects.
• Oversee vendor onboarding, including verifying contractor licenses, certificates of insurance (COIs), safety compliance, and company standards.
• Create and maintain an Approved Vendor List along with a systematic vendor report card process for key contractors/suppliers

Material Supply Chain & Logistics

• Track long-lead items and align vendor lead times with production schedules to prevent job-site downtime.
• Coordinate material deliveries and warehouse staging to reduce job-site congestion and prevent material damage.
• Set up primary and backup supplier strategies for critical construction materials to maintain continuity across projects.

Contracts, Pricing & Rebates

• Negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Scope of Work (SOW) agreements, and unit rate cards across all trades.
• Establish, refine, and enforce standardized pricing sheets for applicable trades.
• Monitor market commodities and lock in fixed-rate pricing to stabilize margins and mitigate cost variances.
• Establish vendor rebate programs, bulk purchasing opportunities, and national purchasing agreements.

Performance & Quality

• Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and the Vendor Performance Index (VPI) for trade partners, evaluating schedule adherence, budget variance, quality audit/inspection pass rates, safety, and punch-list turnaround.
• Serve as the primary escalation point and accountability owner for performance failures, quality issues, or project delays.
• Implement Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) or corrective action projects for vendors not meeting benchmark performance standards.

Cross-Functional Operations

• Partner with Project Managers, Superintendents, Field Operations, and Division Directors to ensure job-site needs match procurement timelines.
• Standardize material and finish lists across single-family and multi-family plans to drive organizational purchasing power.
• Manage and enforce standardized material/finish lists across multiple operating divisions (EBH, EPM, ECD).
• Apply the SIPOC model (Suppliers, Inputs, Process, Outputs, Customers) to eliminate operational friction and ensure seamless transition across development stages.

Procurement & Purchasing Controls

• Lead procurement strategy for materials, equipment, appliances, and contracted services.
• Oversee purchasing approvals, cost controls, and budget alignment with Accounting.
• Ensure timely purchasing and material delivery to support maintenance, compliance, and active rehab/development needs.
• Track spending trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Inventory Oversight

• Establish inventory control standards across warehouse stock, technician vehicles, and field-staged materials.
• Ensure accurate inventory tracking, audits, reconciliations, and enforcement of warehouse SOPs and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent material shortages, overstock, or waste.

Seasonal Services & Compliance

• Coordinate seasonal vendor services, including snow removal and lawn care, for managed properties.
• Maintain required documentation and records to support internal quality audits and regulatory compliance standards.

Leadership & Team Development

• Work closely with the Warehouse & Compliance Supervisor and provide indirect oversight to warehouse staff.
• Provide guidance, training, and indirect oversight to project managers and superintendents who may act as the direct line of contact with most subcontractors
• Drive continuous improvement across vendor management, supply chain, and warehouse operations.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in vendor management, subcontractor management, procurement, supply chain, or construction operations.
• Strong negotiation, contract drafting, and vendor relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with experience using scorecards, KPIs, and data-driven decision-making processes.
• Five years (5) experience overseeing procurement, subcontractor/vendor management, and inventory control required in a construction and/or Property Management field required.
• Proven ability to build scalable systems, SOPs, and cross-functional processes.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with procurement software, inventory systems, and spreadsheet reporting.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in residential construction, multi-family development, real estate redevelopment, or property management.
• Multi-market or multi-location operational experience.
• Experience supporting rapid growth and scaling vendor networks across new territories.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma / Lean concepts (e.g., SIPOC, Stage-Gate development processes).