Precision Walls is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Purchasing Agent to support material procurement for our branches and construction projects.
Position Overview: This position is responsible for processing material purchases, managing purchase orders, coordinating with suppliers, and resolving purchasing-related issues to ensure materials are available when needed and at the correct price.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication and problem-solving skills, an understanding of construction materials, and the ability to manage multiple purchasing requests while maintaining accuracy and building strong relationships with branch personnel and suppliers.
Primary Responsibilities:
Purchasing & Purchase Order Management
- Process routine Division 9 and Division 10 material purchases for assigned branches and projects.
- Support purchasing requests for AES, SPS, and Prefab operations.
- Create, issue, and manage purchase orders and material releases.
- Verify available inventory before placing orders to avoid unnecessary purchases.
- Ensure orders follow approved project buyouts, Quick Hit pricing programs, supplier agreements, and purchasing procedures.
- Review and authorize purchase orders up to $30,000 in accordance with established purchasing controls.
- Review and submit higher-value purchase orders for the appropriate approval.
- Obtain competitive pricing for routine materials not covered under existing agreements.
- Coordinate purchase order closeout upon project completion.
Supplier Coordination & Issue Resolution
- Communicate with suppliers to address material availability, pricing, delivery schedules, and order requirements.
- Coordinate alternative delivery arrangements or approved suppliers when materials cannot be delivered as scheduled.
- Investigate and resolve purchasing-related invoice discrepancies, including pricing, quantities, freight, and billing errors.
- Work closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and support accurate payment processing.
- Identify recurring supplier issues and communicate concerns to Purchasing leadership.
- Recognize when technical sourcing, material substitutions, or complex purchasing issues require escalation.
Branch & Project Support
- Maintain strong working relationships with assigned branches and project personnel.
- Respond to purchasing requests and provide timely updates regarding material availability and order status.
- Assist in resolving purchasing and delivery challenges that could impact project schedules.
- Document branch feedback, supplier performance concerns, and recurring purchasing issues.
- Support continuous improvement efforts to strengthen purchasing processes and branch service.
Additional Purchasing Responsibilities
- Review and approve routine office-supply orders, including Staples, in accordance with company purchasing procedures.
- Issue and manage purchase orders for field uniforms.
- Prepare check requests, including supporting documentation and justification, for required management approval.
- Identify opportunities to negotiate improved payment terms or alternatives to check requests.
- Assist with purchase order reconciliation and closeout activities.
Required Qualifications & Competencies:
- Knowledge of construction materials, preferably Division 9 and Division 10 products.
- Understanding of purchasing processes, supplier pricing, and material availability.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers, branches, and project teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve purchasing discrepancies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including spreadsheet management, sorting and filtering data, and basic formulas; familiarity with other Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn purchasing software.
- Ability to review pricing, identify discrepancies, and make sound purchasing decisions.
- Understanding of when to escalate technical, commercial, or financial issues.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in construction, building materials, or a related industry.
- Familiarity with drywall, metal framing, insulation, sheathing, Division 10 products, or related construction materials.
- Experience using purchasing, inventory management, or ERP systems.
- Experience reviewing supplier quotations and resolving invoice discrepancies.
- Experience supporting multiple branches, projects, or operational teams.
What Success Looks Like:
A successful Purchasing Agent will consistently:
- Process purchasing requests accurately and on time.
- Ensure materials are purchased from approved suppliers at negotiated pricing.
- Verify available inventory before placing orders.
- Minimize purchasing errors, invoice discrepancies, and unnecessary costs.
- Maintain positive working relationships with branch personnel and suppliers.
- Resolve routine purchasing issues independently while recognizing when escalation is necessary.
- Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and service.
About the Role:
This position plays an important part in supporting Precision Walls' field operations and construction projects. Purchasing Agents work closely with branch personnel, project teams, suppliers, and other members of the Purchasing Department to ensure consistent, reliable material procurement across the organization.
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Retirement Plans
- 401K Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Expending Account for healthcare
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Advancement and growth opportunities
- Performance bonuses (Incentive program)
Employment with Precision Walls is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. Each situation is reviewed individually in accordance with company policy.
Why PWI?
At Precision Walls, Inc. our Company has a track record of hiring, developing, and promoting quality performers of excellent character. We offer our employees competitive wages, a fun TEAM working environment, career growth and advancement opportunities. Our Company invests in each employee to provide them with the resources to succeed, make a difference, and transform their careers. We do more than help build buildings, we help our employees build their own successful futures!
100% Employee Owned
As an employee-owned company, we are passionate and dedicated to working like owners and as a team to enhance the success of the company. We are proud to be able to share in the benefits of our success through our ESOP program.
Precision Walls is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply - regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Military Friendly Employer
We value the knowledge, skills and abilities you acquired in the military. Whether you are an active serve member transitioning or a military spouse, we want you to consider a rewarding career.