Senior Procurement Agent

Senior Procurement Agent

Job Overview

Red Cedar Homes is seeking a detail-oriented and forward-thinking Senior Procurement Agent to strengthen the efficiency and impact of our Purchasing department in our Greenville SC division. This role is responsible for driving accurate and competitive purchasing bids supporting product development initiatives streamlining processes and enhancing reporting and analytics. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational and communication skills a collaborative mindset and the ambition to grow into a Purchasing Manager role as the company continues to expand.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support for purchasing department including the processing of bid packages options correspondence data entry preparation and/or maintenance of miscellaneous reports bids and trade partner/vendor files.
• Prepare and distribute bid packages for new communities and/or plan changes.
• Manage and update master bid list to include current and new trade partners.
• Review and process variance purchase orders change orders and notices to proceed from Construction and Purchasing team members. Research purchase order issues. Make budget adjustments as directed.
• Manage new vendor applications insurance verification files etc.
• Create change orders with effective time frames for vendor transitions or pricing changes to appropriate team members.
• Assist Purchasing Manager with bidding and takeoffs when needed.
• Field all Construction questions related to the Purchasing Department and assist with issue resolution between field team members trade partners and vendors.
• Effectively communicate with trade partners and vendors via phone and email.
• Follow company expectations including internal control and ethics policies regarding trade partner and vendor selection/relations.
• Communicate and collaborate with other departments to address/facilitate issues as they arise.
• Build job specific budgets within estimating software.
• Issue job specific Purchase Orders.

• Collaborate with Product Development and Design teams to source and evaluate new materials finishes and features that align with market trends and customer preferences.
• Support the creation and refinement of option packages and elevation selections by researching cost availability and vendor capabilities.
• Assist in developing standard specifications for new home plans ensuring consistency and cost efficiency across communities.
• Partner with vendors and trade partners during the design phase to identify innovative solutions improve quality and reduce costs.
• Provide input on product lifecycle management monitoring performance of existing selections and recommending updates or replacements.
• Take on leadership-oriented tasks such as mentoring junior team members coordinating vendor meetings and presenting purchasing updates to management with a clear path for promotion to Purchasing Manager.
• Demonstrate readiness for future leadership by supporting departmental process improvements policy documentation and cross-department collaboration initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written with the ability to effectively interact with buyers and team members.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficient in using computer software and databases.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in maintaining records and preparing documentation.
• Professional and friendly demeanor with a customer-oriented approach to providing exceptional service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude.
• General understanding of basic residential construction materials and techniques willingness to learn more advanced practices.
• Strong PC skills required with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint and MS Outlook) Adobe Pro and internet-based programs such as Internet Explorer and Google Chrome. Prior experience with BuildPro preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree (BA/BS) in a related field is a preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of homebuilding purchasing or accounting experience is preferred.
• Previous experience in real estate home building customer service or a related field is preferred.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday standard daytime hours; 8:30 am - 5 pm

Job Type:

• Full-time position averaging 40 hours per week

Benefits:

• 100% Medical Dental & Vision insurance covered to the employee
• 401k with a Safe Harbor match formula of 100% of employee contributions up to 3% of their compensation then 50% matching contribution of the next 2% of employees compensation
• 11 annual company-paid holidays
• 185 hours paid time off annually

Ability to Commute/Relocate:

• Greenville SC: Ability to reliably commute or willingness to relocate before starting work (required).

Work Location:

• Onsite 333 Wade Hampton South Carolina

Work Environment:

• Office-based environment with a business casual dress code. Standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers and filing cabinets are used in this role.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer and other office equipment
• Ability to lift and carry up to 15 pounds
• Vision and hearing acuity to perform job duties effectively
• Maintain a valid Drivers License

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To apply please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. If you have any questions please contact us at We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team at Red Cedar.

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About Red Cedar:

Red Cedar Capital Partners LLC known as Red Cedar is a developer and builder operating in Charlotte NC and its neighboring markets Greenville SC Atlanta Metro GA and Jacksonville FL. Serving as the umbrella organization Red Cedar oversees a multitude of subsidiaries including Red Cedar Commercial Development Red Cedar Homes Red Cedar Development Red Cedar Construction and Red Cedar Realty. It also encompasses a private label mortgage company named Prime Roots Lending and a homebuilding supply company known as Evergreen Maker which all work collectively to support the dynamic Red Cedar ecosystem. Since its inception in 2016 Red Cedar headquartered in Charlotte NC has experienced exponential growth solidifying its position as one of the most rapidly expanding builders in the Southeast.

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Red Cedar Capital Partners LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate based on race traits historically associated with race hair texture and protective hairstyles color national origin ancestry creed religion physical and mental disability genetic information marital status sex gender gender identity or expression pregnancy sexual orientation age military or veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Required Experience:

Manager