About this opportunity
Infill Innovation, Inc. lists this Purchasing Agent (Del Mar) opportunity in del mar, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a highly motivated and eager Purchasing Agent to join our team at Infill Innovation Inc, San Diego’s fastest-growing residential real estate developer. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, bidding, negotiating, and contracting materials, labor, and services for residential construction projects. This role manages assigned trades and suppliers, ensures competitive pricing and complete scopes of work, and supports on-time, on-budget home delivery through close coordination with Construction, Accounting, and vendors.
Key Responsibilities
Bidding & Procurement
Develop and issue bid packages for assigned trades and suppliers
Solicit, analyze, and compare bids to ensure complete scope coverage and competitive pricing
Conduct bid negotiations and make award recommendations
Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
Contracting & Purchasing
Prepare and issue subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and change orders
Ensure contracts reflect approved pricing, scopes of work, schedules, and company standards
Coordinate contract execution and resolve scope or pricing discrepancies
Monitor vendor performance and assist with issue resolution
Cost Control & Budget Management
Manage assigned trade budgets and cost targets
Track pricing changes, cost impacts, and variances
Support value engineering efforts and cost-saving initiatives
Cross-Functional Coordination
Coordinate closely with Construction and Accounting teams
Assist field teams with subcontractor and supplier issues as needed
Support schedule-driven purchasing needs to meet production timelines
Systems & Documentation
Maintain accurate purchasing data in ERP or purchasing systems
Update scopes of work, pricing databases, and vendor records
Ensure proper documentation, approvals, and compliance are maintained
Qualifications
Required
2–3 years of experience in residential construction purchasing or estimating
Strong understanding of residential construction trades and scopes of work
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Proven experience with bidding, negotiation, and contract execution
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Preferred
Experience with Procore or other purchasing software
Knowledge of construction contracts, insurance requirements, and lien laws
Experience working with production homebuilding
Skills & Attributes
Strong analytical and negotiation skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple trades and deadlines simultaneously
Effective communicator with subcontractors and internal teams
Results-driven and cost-conscious mindset
Work Environment
Office-based with regular coordination with field operations
Fast-paced residential construction environment
Infill Innovation Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Comp Range: $90,000 - $110,000
Worksite address
del mar, CA, 92014, US
Who can apply
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