senior purchasing agent.

Join a Leader in Residential Construction as a Purchasing Agent

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for building? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your negotiation skills and market knowledge directly impact a company's success?

A highly respected, award-winning residential construction company in Jacksonville, Florida, is seeking a talented and driven Purchasing Agent to join our team. We are known for our commitment to quality, our exceptional craftsmanship, and our dedication to building not just homes, but strong, vibrant communities. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in our growth and profitability.

Who We're Looking For:

We are open to two types of candidates who can excel in this role:

• The Experienced Professional: You have at least 5 years of proven experience as a Purchasing Agent in the residential construction industry. You have a robust network of trades and suppliers, a deep understanding of market trends, and a track record of negotiating superior pricing and terms. You are a master of efficiency and a problem-solver who can handle any challenge the supply chain throws your way.
  
  
• The Up-and-Coming Talent: You are a graduate with a degree in Construction Management or a related field. You have a powerful drive to succeed, strong connections within the local construction community, and a foundational knowledge of the industry. You are eager to learn and ready to grow into a leadership role, bringing fresh ideas and a relentless work ethic to our team.
  
  

Why Work With Us?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. When you join our team, you become part of a company that invests in your future and well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you achieve your financial, professional, and wellness goals, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  
  
• Company-Provided Life Insurance Policy
  
  
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  
  
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
  
  
• Career Development and Opportunities for Advancement
  
  
• Participation in Charitable Activities and Community Events
  
  

If you are a motivated professional who is ready to make a significant impact on a leading residential construction company in Jacksonville, we want to hear from you. Apply today to become a part of our legacy of excellence.



salary: $75,000 - $95,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Trade Base Management: Build and maintain a competitive trade base for bidding.
  
  
• Bidding Coordination: Distribute bid packages and learn Scopes of Work (SOWs) for major contractors.
  
  
• Performance Management: Quickly replace trades that do not meet performance expectations.
  
  
• Proposal Analysis: Analyze subcontractor proposals and complete bid analyses.
  
  
• Market Monitoring: Constantly monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and value engineering.
  
  
• Plan Review: Review plans for discrepancies and provide proactive solutions.
  
  
• Logistics & Scheduling: Work closely with project managers, site supervisors, and other internal teams to coordinate material deliveries, ensuring that the right materials arrive at the job site at the right time to avoid delays.
  
  
• Cost Projection: Assist with generation of projected direct costs.
  
  
• Reporting & Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of purchases and contracts and prepare reports to track costs, supplier performance, and other key metrics.
  
  
• Pricing Strategy: Recommend pricing adjustments to management to achieve target margins.
  
  
• Specification Management: Ensure specification change requests are processed accurately.
  
  
• Price Negotiation: Negotiate to secure best pricing with trades/subcontractors.
  
  
• Contract & PO Issuance: Prepare and issue purchase orders and other agreements, ensuring all terms and conditions are clearly defined and met.
  
  

Skills

Procurement (5 years of experience is required)

Residential Construction

Purchasing/Procurement

Scopes of Work (2 years of experience is required)

Vendor Management (2 years of experience is required)

Subcontractor Management

Quoting

Negotations (5 years of experience is required)

Analysis (5 years of experience is required)

Bidding

Budgeting Forecasting & Management Reporting (5 years of experience is required)

Purchase Orders

Inventory Management

Qualifications

Years of experience: 5 years

Experience level: Experienced

Randstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.