David Weekley Homes · 5 hours ago
Purchasing Agent – Residential Home Building
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expDavid Weekley Homes is seeking a Purchasing Agent to join our Phoenix team. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for overseeing comprehensive category management and sourcing programs at the Division level, managing cost categories, negotiating contracts, and maintaining quality standards.
ConstructionProperty DevelopmentReal EstateResidential
Responsibilities
Responsible for the accuracy of hard costs for assigned categories
Coordinate with the National Category Management Team
Establish and maintain a Category Management Program for assigned categories
Establish and maintain a Sourcing Program for assigned categories
Review warranty issues with Preferred Partners
Manage Curated Programs with Preferred Partners
Scope of Work management with internal and external teams for assigned categories
Coordinate engineering as needed per category
Implement redline plan changes and communicate to Preferred Partners, be part of the team that walks new floor plans and work together to improve the value and design
Works with Division Operations Team on lot unique walks and processes
Negotiate contracts and model discounts for select categories
Maintain item pricing and report unit pricing to Regional and National Teams
Manage the bid process from request for proposal to cost submittal
Analyze bid proposals to ensure they are complete and comparable. Negotiate contracts to ensure the best pricing and performance. Present findings to the Division Director of Purchasing for final approval
Qualification
Required
2+ years in residential construction purchasing, estimating, or related roles
Excellent negotiation skills with demonstrated success in this area
Strong math and MS Excel computer skills are essential; exposure to JD Edwards beneficial
Ability to read and thoroughly understand residential blueprints
Preferred
3-5 years in residential construction operations preferred
Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related experience preferred
An ideal candidate will also possess the following intangibles: naturally curious, self-directed, adaptable to change, disciplined work habits, good organizational skills
Benefits
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
401k and discretionary 8% match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Profit Sharing
Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO
New Home Discount for Team Member and Family
College Scholarship Program
Community Outreach
Sabbaticals
And more!
Company
David Weekley Homes
David Weekley Homes is a real estate company that offers construction and helps to buy homes.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Johnson
Pres & CEO
Holly Miller
Executive Assistant to the CFO
Recent News
2025-11-14
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2025-11-05
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