ABOUT THE ROLE
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for managing supplier relationships and ensuring the timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and services. This role supports operational goals by securing quality suppliers while meeting price, delivery, and performance standards. The position also drives continuous improvement in purchasing processes and cost control within a manufacturing environment.
Salary range ($65,000-$75,000 a year). Based on location and experience.
SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem-solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.
WHAT WE OFFER
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
- Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
- Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Manage and oversee all external suppliers, focusing on materials and production components
- Procure materials, parts, rentals, and project supplies in a timely and cost-effective manner
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier agreements, including discounts and rebates
- Identify and onboard new suppliers aligned with company needs
- Issue purchase orders and requisitions in compliance with company policies
- Verify receipt of goods and maintain accurate purchasing records
- Ensure on-time delivery of materials to support production schedules
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Engineering, and Production teams
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality, invoicing, or delivery issues
- Continuously improve purchasing processes and implement cost-saving initiatives
- Supervise Tool Room employees and support related operations
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is a proactive purchasing professional with strong negotiation skills and a focus on cost efficiency and supplier performance. They are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual is a collaborative problem-solver who builds strong relationships and continuously seeks process improvements.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE
- Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in construction or precast/manufacturing
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Proven ability to reduce costs and manage supplier performance
- Experience with supplier negotiations and contract management
- Knowledge of construction or manufacturing materials and processes
- Strong analytical and cost analysis skills
- Experience with quote solicitation and budget management
- Ability to resolve supplier quality and invoicing issues
This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.