Construction Purchasing Agent, Los Angeles

Homebound is on a mission to make it possible for anyone, anywhere, to build a home using technology. Created by an experienced team of construction, real estate, design, and technology experts, Homebound is transforming the residential construction industry by improving the costly and inefficient process of building a home. We’ve created an entirely new way to build homes with technology powering every stage from start to finish to provide a seamless experience for our customers. Homeowners across the country can choose where they want to live, select a home plan that’s perfect for them, then personalize and buy it, all online. Homebound has raised $150M in capital from leading venture capitalists like Google, Khosla, and Thrive Ventures, and we’re scaling quickly in places like Texas, Colorado, and Florida.

About the role

As a member of the Purchasing Team, the Purchasing Agent will be responsible for executing Homebound's purchasing process in Los Angeles. The ideal candidate has excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset, and is eager to contribute to the development of a fast-paced, technology-driven construction company. The ideal candidate also has a well-rounded understanding of supply chains, trade and commodity negotiations, market trends, and trade relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Drive comprehensive project documentation and facilitate communication among cross-functional stakeholders
• Manage the PO process to ensure alignment with project specifications and budgets
• Independently manage the budget lifecycle, including approvals, adjustments, variance analysis, and performance optimization strategies
• Ensure agreements are structured to maximize company value and leverage knowledge of local construction costs
• Lead trade partner performance reviews using Blueprint scorecards; identify improvement areas and build long-term partnerships
• Attend home and prototype walks to understand project field adjustments, HVAC placements, and trade execution
• Independently manage complex blueprint changes, update templates, and contribute to cross-functional product development
• Ensure timely PO releases aligned with construction schedules
• Enter budgets into Homebound’s platform to initiate new projects
• Contribute to the development of scopes of work, unit pricing, and supplier/trade contract documentation
• Use Homebound’s proprietary technology to manage workflows and drive efficiency

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in Purchasing or related roles within custom or production homebuilding
• Degree in Construction Management, Building Sciences, or related field preferred
• Strong proficiency in Google Sheets or Excel for data entry and tracking
• Familiarity with MEP systems and their integration into residential projects
• Working knowledge of local building codes and their application
• Estimating experience using tools such as PlanSwift or On-Screen Takeoffs
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction documents
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams—especially Growth, Construction Operations, and Finance—to solve key business problems
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

Information about our benefits can be found here.

Pay

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range for this position is $75K - $90K. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The job posting also includes a general description of other compensation offered for the position.