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Posted August 18, 2026

Purchasing Manager-Commercial Construction

Ascend Recruiting Services
San Antonio, TX, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

This is a Direct Hire


SUMMARY: The Purchasing Manager oversees the material, and equipment purchases for the Construction Department. Duties and responsibilities will include creating purchase orders, negotiating pricing, establishing long-term purchasing agreements, and managing the overall supply chain strategy. This position is ideal for individuals familiar with supply chain and the construction industry with a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant purchasing experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Manage material purchases for HVAC, Sheetmetal, Piping, and Plumbing trade teams
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers to manage pricing, lead times, and service levels
  • Create purchase orders that are correctly coded to the correct project, GL account, and phase code for accurate cost accounting
  • Utilize our warehouse and logistics capabilities to improve supply chain efficiency and maximize cost savings
  • Conduct pricing analysis for new and existing product lines and lead cost reduction initiatives
  • Implement standardized pricing agreements and maintain pricing within the ERP system
  • Develop processes to increase collaboration between field and office personnel as well as improve communication regarding material availability through order acknowledgements and expected delivery dates

TEAMWORK:

  • Willingness to work as part of a team with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foreman, and Estimators to ensure material and equipment availability
  • Collaborate with field personnel to ensure material changes or substitutions are in line with our quality standards
  • Continually looks for ways to improve processes, efficiency, and personal performance

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

  • Performs all duties with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
  • Supports company efforts to meet production schedules and customer requirements
  • Communicates professionally with supervisors and team members to resolve issues

SAFETY:

  • Follows all Company safety programs and policies
  • Uses required PPE at all times when appropriate
  • Reports unsafe conditions, accidents, or injuries to the Supervisor or Safety Manager immediately
  • Completes all assigned safety training within required timeframes

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None at this time

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Microsoft Excel experience
  • Strong negotiator
  • Understanding of supply chain and purchasing principles
  • Strong work ethic and reliability
  • Ability to solve problems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE: This position will primarily work in the office but will occasionally be required to visit project jobsites and meet with suppliers offsite

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to pass drug screening
  • Ability to prove US employment eligibility
  • Background Check

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