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Purchasing Agent (Senior-Level)

Posted about 18 hours ago

OfficeCharleston, SC, United StatesSE

Job Description

At David Weekley Homes, a Purchasing Agent plays a key role in driving cost, quality, and efficiency in our homebuilding operations. This role goes beyond traditional purchasing, blending strategic involvement in sourcing, negotiations, and category management, while collaborating closely with vendors, builders, and internal teams to ensure homes are delivered on time and on budget.

We’re seeking an individual who enjoys both the analytical and relationship sides of residential construction and is ready to take ownership while continuing to grow.

Job Responsibilities

  • Manage bids and negotiate pricing to drive cost savings.
  • Maintain accurate costs and ensure competitive pricing.
  • Support sourcing strategies and category management efforts.
  • Define scopes of work and partner with trade vendors.
  • Collaborate with the operations team on plans and value analysis.
  • Build strong vendor and internal relationships.
  • Communicate updates, pricing, and expectations clearly.
  • Take ownership of responsibilities and drive results.
  • Contribute to team success with leadership potential.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in purchasing, estimating, or supply chain (residential homebuilding strongly preferred).
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven negotiation skills and ability to build strong vendor relationships.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • Self-directed, adaptable, and detail-oriented with disciplined work habits.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel required; JD Edwards a plus)

Additional Information

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What We Offer:

Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" 20 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America. 

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

  • Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k and discretionary 8% match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO
  • New Home Discount for Team Member and Family
  • College Scholarship Program
  • Community Outreach
  • Sabbaticals
  • And more!

David Weekley Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law.

Note to Job Seekers: No telephone calls or walk-ins please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match, or if further information is needed.

Job details
Workplace
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Location
Charleston, SC, United States
Experience
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Founded in 1976, David Weekley Homes is one of the largest privately-held home builders in America. We strive for excellence in everything we do. Read more online now!

Employees
2094
Industry
Construction
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
Founded
1976
Company location
1111 N. Post Oak Rd., Houston, Texas 77055, US
Specialties
Homebuilding, LifeDesign, Custom Choices, Service, and FlexSpace

Key team members

Kristen Bruns

Kristen Bruns

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