Purchasing Administrator 01172025

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable pricing, quality standards, and timely delivery that align with project requirements for homebuilding and land development construction projects.
• Manage relationships with vendors and evaluate vendor performance regularly.
• Cook up forecasts of material needs and ensure inventory availability.
• Identify new contractors/vendors, and manage long-term agreements to optimize cost savings.
• Generate work orders and ensure accuracy in material specifications, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Analyze bids and proposals from suppliers and subcontractors and provide recommendations.
• Resolve supply chain or delivery issues, manage supplier warranties, and handle returns.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience, preferably, in homebuilding or construction.
• Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in contract negotiation and management.
• Familiarity with construction materials, vendors, and market trends.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Proficiency with applicable software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Analytical problem-solving abilities, strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.

Pay

$40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Experience

Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate

Elgin, SC 29045: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person