What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at WBW Development?
At WBW, we’re not just a team; we’re a family united by a
shared passion for innovation and excellence. As the largest privately held
land developer in central Texas, we pride ourselves on delivering projects that
span from land acquisition to lot sales. What sets us apart is our commitment
to doing things differently. We are a turn-key company, and we don’t just
acquire, engineer and develop – we construct with a unique approach that
maximizes efficiency, value, and growth.
WBW Construction is seeking a skilled and strategic Purchasing Manager to join our team. This role is key to overseeing budgeting and ensuring quality assurance. Responsibilities include overseeing all purchasing operations, making strategic vendor selections, maintaining strong relationships with the trade and supply base, track costs to complete and report on key metrics. The ideal candidate will have experience in training field personnel on material management and cost controls, managing project budgets and approvals, and leading the bidding process from review to award to completion. This role will also involve overseeing project specifications, assisting in subcontractor recruitment, and managing rebate agreements to drive efficiency and support company growth.
Responsibilities:
WBW Construction is seeking a skilled and strategic Purchasing Manager to join our team. This role is key to overseeing budgeting and ensuring quality assurance. Responsibilities include overseeing all purchasing operations, making strategic vendor selections, maintaining strong relationships with the trade and supply base, track costs to complete and report on key metrics. The ideal candidate will have experience in training field personnel on material management and cost controls, managing project budgets and approvals, and leading the bidding process from review to award to completion. This role will also involve overseeing project specifications, assisting in subcontractor recruitment, and managing rebate agreements to drive efficiency and support company growth.
Responsibilities:
- Project
management oversight and quality assurance.
- Train
field personnel in material management, cost override controls, negotiations,
and dispute resolution.
- Oversee
all purchasing, including determination of and compliance with all departmental
processes and procedures.
- Make
strategic vendor selections and maintain close working relationships with the
entire trade and supply base.
- Creation
and implementation of project specifications and scopes of work.
- Assist
in subcontractor recruitment, relations, and assignments.
- Rebate
Agreement tracking and implementation.
- Project
budgeting and budget approvals, including forecasts and actuals.
- Oversee
bidding process, review bid spreads, and award contracts.
- Pre-project
plan review, consult with developers & engineers.
- Review
and code all field purchase orders and oversee distribution.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, ideally within the construction industry.
- Experience in residential land development projects is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge about civil or new home construction.
- Strong project management skills, with a proven track record of managing procurement for large-scale projects.
- Excellent negotiation skills with a strategic mindset for vendor selection, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution.
- Proficiency in budget management, including forecasts, tracking actuals, and ensuring cost efficiency.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Bonus Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance