Purchasing Agent

Upchurch • Horn Lake, MS

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About The Position

The Purchasing Agent supports the execution of established procurement strategies by coordinating project-level procurement activities across construction operations. This role works closely with project teams, vendors, and purchasing leadership to support consistent application of purchasing standards, vendor programs, and sourcing direction.

Requirements

• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience within a construction environment, including materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Experience supporting multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced construction setting.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain effective vendor relationships.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, equipment, drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
• Financial and cost analysis skills, including buyout support and cost tracking.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools (BuildOps experience a plus), as well as Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across estimating, project management, field operations, and accounting teams.
• Experience with large commercial, industrial, or mechanical/electrical construction projects.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field preferred; relevant construction purchasing experience will be strongly considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of established purchasing strategies by coordinating project buyouts and vendor engagement in alignment with budgets and schedules.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Maintain a qualified vendor and subcontractor network.
• Support procurement execution for major material packages and subcontracted scopes, including coordination of purchasing documentation as needed.
• Monitor supplier performance for cost, quality, delivery, and service.
• Support preferred vendor and national account programs.
• Ensure field teams leverage negotiated pricing and agreements.
• Coordinate vendor relationships across divisions to reduce fragmentation.
• Serve as a key liaison between Project Managers, field teams, vendors, and the Director of Purchasing on procurement-related questions and issues.
• Support Project Managers with buyout strategies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Track material pricing trends and market conditions.
• Identify value engineering, substitution, and cost reduction opportunities while maintaining project specifications and performance requirements.
• Collaborate with Project Managers during project buyout by coordinating major material and subcontract packages in alignment with established budgets and negotiated vendor agreements.
• Track and communicate realized savings and cost avoidance.
• Coordinate with vendors and project teams on delivery planning for major material packages, escalating schedule risks as needed.
• Support resolution of material shortages, delays, or quality issues by coordinating with vendors, project teams, and purchasing leadership.
• Support verification that procured materials align with project specifications and purchasing requirements, in coordination with project teams.
• Operationalize material standardization initiatives where appropriate to improve pricing, availability, and execution consistency.
• Coordinate review of vendor and subcontractor terms and compliance requirements in partnership with legal and accounting teams.
• Ensure insurance, compliance documents, and certifications are current.
• Identify and communicate supply chain risks, supporting contingency planning in coordination with project teams and leadership.
• Assist in developing standardized purchasing workflows and best practices.
• Support visibility into purchasing activity, vendor performance, and cost trends through regular reporting and on-demand analysis as needed.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting metrics.
• Support implementation and improvement of ERP and procurement tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level