What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at Confidential?
We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing and coordinate estimating for our custom residential projects. This position prepares project budgets, completes material takeoffs, manages vendor relationships, and coordinates purchasing to keep homes on budget and on schedule.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily estimating and purchasing activities, priorities, and deadlines.
- Prepare and maintain detailed project budgets, tracking commitments, actual costs, and budget variances.
- Perform material and quantity takeoffs from construction plans, specifications, and approved revisions.
- Obtain, compare, and negotiate vendor and subcontractor bids.
- Prepare and review purchase orders, confirming approved pricing, scope, quantities, and selections.
- Manage Customer Option Form pricing, allowance reconciliation, and change order costs.
- Coordinate material lead times and deliveries with project managers and designers.
- Resolve invoice discrepancies, track credits, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Maintain accurate pricing and project documentation in Buildertrend.
- Ensure vendors meet company onboarding and insurance requirements.
Qualifications
- Five or more years of residential construction estimating or purchasing experience preferred; custom home experience is a plus.
- Previous leadership or purchasing management experience preferred.
- Ability to prepare project budgets, perform accurate takeoffs, read construction plans, and understand trade scopes.
- Strong negotiation, organization, communication, and follow-through.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and construction management software; Buildertrend experience preferred.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Primarily office based, with vendor and jobsite visits as needed.
Apply with your résumé highlighting your residential construction purchasing, estimating, budgeting, and takeoff experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person