Purchasing Agent

Keel Custom Homes

Purchasing Agent

Keel Custom Homes is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Purchasing Agent to support our homebuilding operations in Richmond, VA. This role is crucial in managing trade partner relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring smooth purchasing processes to maintain cost-effective and high-quality construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Trade Partner & Supplier Management: Identify, qualify, and hire trade partners and suppliers while maintaining strong, long-term relationships.
• Negotiation & Cost Control: Negotiate competitive pricing, terms, and rebates with trade partners and manufacturers to optimize cost-efficiency.
• Budget & Purchase Orders: Generate accurate purchase orders and cost budgets for each project to support smooth operations.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all trade partners meet necessary documentation requirements, including contracts, insurance, and occupational licenses, updating annually.
• Construction Support: Work closely with production teams to provide accurate estimates, minimize budget variances, and support construction schedules.
• Process Improvement: Establish and refine purchasing procedures to enhance efficiency and cost savings.
• Market Research & Innovation: Stay updated on trends, new products, and technologies to enhance homebuilding practices.
• Option Pricing & Customer Support: Maintain and update the Option Price Book for the sales team and process customer price requests and change orders promptly.
  
  

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, estimating, or procurement in the construction or homebuilding industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to interpret blueprints (AutoCAD knowledge preferred).
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze job cost variances and implement corrective measures.
• Knowledge of construction materials, techniques, and industry trends.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, or related field preferred.
  
  

Why Join Keel Custom Homes?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Growth opportunities in a thriving, client-focused company.
• Work with a team that values service, integrity, and excellence.
  
  

Are you ready to make an impact in custom homebuilding? Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to crafting exceptional homes with precision and excellence!