Purchasing Administrator 01172025
$40,000–$55,000 year
On-siteElgin Lancaster County, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure favorable pricing, quality standards, and timely delivery for homebuilding and land development projects. Manage vendor relationships, evaluate performance, and identify new contractors to optimize cost savings. Coordinate with construction staff to forecast material needs, generate work orders, and resolve supply chain or delivery issues. Analyze bids and proposals to provide recommendations while maintaining quality control within budgetary constraints. This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree and two years of purchasing experience in construction or homebuilding. Located in Elgin, SC, the position is in-person with relocation required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field
- A minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience
- Relocate before starting work
- Work in person in Elgin, SC 29045
Desired Qualifications
- 2 years of purchasing experience, preferably, in homebuilding or construction
- Strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in contract negotiation and management
- Ability to negotiate favorable terms with vendors and suppliers
- Familiarity with construction materials, vendors, and market trends
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Proficiency with applicable software and tools
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical problem-solving abilities, strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
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