Purchasing Director (Large -scale Commercial Construction Subcontractor)

Randall Construction•Apopka, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

RANDALL is a premier self-performing $100M+ subcontractor providing integrated Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Architectural Metals, and Offsite Construction/Manufacturing solutions across Florida and the Southeast. With 35+ years of operational excellence and a team of 500+ professionals, we combine the grit and dedication of our grassroots origins with the innovation of a modern industry leader. Our 100,000 sq. ft. fabrication facility in Apopka, FL serves as a strategic logistics hub, supporting major commercial, industrial, and aeronautical projects across the Southeast and beyond. Randall Construction is currently seeking an experienced and strategic Purchasing Director to work in our in Apopka, FL headquarters. We are excited about this important role and are determined to consider the best and brightest candidates who meet our requirements. While transitioning into this role, you will work closely with our Purchasing Leader of 28 years learning past & current policies, practices, and procedures as you help us chart our future-course with innovation, creativity, and technology. The Purchasing Director will lead and optimize our procurement operations. This role will oversee all purchasing functions, vendor relationships, contract negotiations, and material sourcing strategies to support multiple large-scale construction projects. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with deep knowledge of construction procurement, supply chain management, and cost control in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or related field, AND/OR 8 to12+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in commercial construction
3 to 5+ years of leadership/management experience
Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relations expertise
Proven ability to manage budgets and reduce costs in a multi-project environment
Experience with subcontractor procurement and large-scale commercial projects
Familiarity with construction management software (e.g., Procore, Sage, or similar preferred)
Strong analytical and financial acumen
Strategic thinking and problem-solving
Leadership and team development
Communication and collaboration
High attention to detail and organization
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Responsibilities

Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with company growth and project demands
Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing team
Establish KPIs and performance metrics to drive efficiency and accountability
Collaborate with executive leadership on cost-reduction initiatives and long-term sourcing plans
Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractor services
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with vendors and suppliers
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability and competitive pricing
Evaluate vendor performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor market trends, material pricing, and supply chain risks
Develop cost control strategies to maximize project margins
Ensure compliance with contracts, budgets, and company policies
Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks
Partner with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to align purchasing with project schedules
Support estimating teams with pricing, lead times, and supplier insights
Ensure timely procurement to avoid project delays
Implement and optimize purchasing systems, tools, and workflows
Standardize procurement procedures across projects
Drive process improvements to increase efficiency and visibility