Director of Purchasing

The selected Director of Purchasing (vertical) will be a key addition to the NorCal team supporting project sites from Sonoma County to San Luis Obispo with active townhome construction activities. This position will collaborate closely with a counterpart handling horizontal purchasing. Prior experience supporting a Developer/Builder on homebuilding projects in a purchasing role is required for serious consideration. This position reports out of the waterfront San Francisco office location M-F. To express interest or verify qualifications, please email Recruiter directly. E: lindsaylarson@realrepp.com

Key Responsibilities

• Support bid preparation by providing material pricing and supplier quotes
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for materials, equipment, and services
• Track deliveries, resolve supply issues, and manage logistics coordination
• Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and procurement schedules
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and continuously assess supplier performance
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and availability of construction materials
• Maintain accurate procurement records and generate regular reports
• Review invoices, approve payments, and support cost‑control initiatives
• Assist in the development of strategic initiatives for the division
  
  
  

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in construction purchasing/procurement
• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management, Business Admin, Supply Chain, Math or related discipline from an accredited institution
• Strong negotiation and contract‑management skills
• Knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and industry standards
• Ability to read blueprints, project plans, and technical specs
• Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage and prioritize competing deadlines to ensure that project milestones are achieved
  
  
  

Compensation Package

• Base Salary $135-165k (based on experience and certifications)
• Clear bonus structure (set at the beginning of the year with prorated payout based on goal attainment)
• Company equipment and stipends
• Health/Dental/Vision
• FSA, gym membership, and monthly wellness credit
• Life Insurance
• PTO, sick days, and paid holidays
• Opportunity to collaborate/strategize with counterpart in SoCal region
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.*