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Residential Construction Purchasing Agent in Columbia

Date Posted: Monday, March 16, 2026

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Job Description

Residential Construction Purchasing Agent

A well-established residential home builder is looking to add a Purchasing Agent to their growing team. This is a key role supporting field operations by ensuring projects stay on budget and on schedule.

Position Overview:
The Purchasing Agent will oversee the procurement of all materials, labor, and services for residential construction projects. This individual will focus on cost control, vendor relationships, contract negotiation, and timely deliveries to support successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Source, bid, and negotiate pricing for materials and subcontractors

  • Develop and maintain strong vendor and trade partner relationships

  • Manage purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements

  • Track budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities

  • Ensure materials are delivered on time to meet build schedules

  • Resolve discrepancies, backorders, and invoice issues

  • Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience (residential construction preferred)

  • Strong negotiation and communication skills

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office 

  • Solid understanding of residential construction materials and processes

What’s Offered:

  • Competitive compensation package

  • Full benefits (health, retirement match, PTO, paid holidays)

  • Stable pipeline of projects

  • Clear path for growth and advancement

For more information about this Purchasing Agent role, contact Lindsay Fitzpatrick at 605-403-5147 or lindsay.fitzpatrick@gogpac.com.
All inquiries are 100% confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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