Sekisui House US, Inc.

Sekisui House US, Inc.

Senior Purchasing Agent

Jacksonville, FL, US · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 730 days ago
Data AnalysisNegotiationSupply ChainProcurementERPContract ManagementResearchCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingPublic SpeakingOrganizational SkillsConstruction Management

About the role

  • Overview BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!
  • The Sekisui House U.S. team is a proud builder of the SHAWOOD, Richmond American, Woodside, Holt, Hubble, and Chesmar brands.
  • We take great pride in being a member of Sekisui House, a global leader in homebuilding.

Responsibilities

  • Lead sourcing, evaluation, and selection of trade partners and suppliers for assigned communities, divisions, or specialty scopes.
  • Independently manage complex bid processes, including scope development, bid analysis, negotiations, and contract awards.
  • Partner with Construction, Estimating, Operations, and Design to validate scopes, support plan or product changes, and align purchasing decisions with build cycles.
  • Lead or contribute to value engineering initiatives, cost reduction efforts, and supplier optimization programs across multip le communities or product lines.
  • Resolve escalated trade partner issues related to pricing discrepancies, scope gaps, performance concerns, and contractual compliance.
  • Serve as a resource to peers and cross-functional partners by providing guidance on purchasing processes, market conditions, and best practices.
  • Support purchasing process improvements, documentation standards, and system enhancements to strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
  • Occasional visits to construction sites may be necessary to verify scopes, support supplier performance evaluations, or address field-related concerns.
  • This impressive, 60+ year old company has built over 2.6 million new homes designed to reflect and adapt to the changing needs of today's homebuyers.
  • If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant purchasing, supply chain, or construction operations experience OR 9-11 years of equivalent experience.
  • Some travel to vendor facilities, industry events, or regional meetings may be required depending on business priorities.

Nice to have

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Construction Management, or a related field.
  • Homebuilding or residential construction purchasing experience.
  • Experience leading complex scopes or multi-community purchasing portfolios.
  • Skills & Competencies
  • Advanced knowledge of purchasing practices, contract management, and construction procurement.
  • Analytical capability to evaluate multifaceted issues, cost structures, and operational impacts.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders within and outside the purchasing function.
  • Effective communication skills, including presenting recommendations and resolving vendor disputes.

Compensation

  • We provide a competitive compensation structure that rewards performance and results.

Benefits

  • We encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive coverage includes medical, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
  • Access a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Company info

  • Join a supportive environment where teamwork and the open exchange of ideas are highly valued.
  • Company-provided life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage are included.
  • An employee assistance program (EAP) is also available.
  • Insurance & Protection: Company-provided life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage are included.

Equal opportunity

  • Enjoy discounted group pet insurance rates.
  • If you are ready for more than a job and seek a career with one of the most respected organizations in the industry, we encourage you to connect with us.
  • Please visit our website at www.richmondamerican.com for additional information.
  • Sekisui House U.S., Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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