Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Hughes Brothers Construction is now hiring! We are a heavy civil contractor specializing in large site infrastructure, underground utilities and roadway construction throughout Central Florida. HBC offers competitive pay, a robust benefits package and the chance to join a legacy built on hard work, trust and pride in every project!

The Purchasing Agent supports the Purchasing Manager in executing the day-to-day procurement activities for HBC’s newly established purchasing department. This is a hands-on, non-supervisory role responsible for material procurement, vendor coordination and communication, and purchasing documentation for active projects.

Responsibilities:

• Procure materials, equipment, rentals, and services for civil construction projects under the direction of the Purchasing Manager.

• Adhere to defined purchasing policies and procedures while actively contributing to the development and refinement of standardized workflows.

• Issue and track purchase orders.

• Coordinate and communicate effectively with Estimating, Project Managers, Superintendents, Accounting and vendors to ensure proper alignment of purchasing activities.

• Coordinate material deliveries, lead times, and quantities.

• Support vendor negotiations to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.

• Assist with job cost tracking and project close-out documentation.

• Maintain accurate records of all purchasing activities.

• Assist with purchasing audits and internal reviews as needed.

Desired Qualifications :

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, supply chain, or relevant field preferred

• Working knowledge of utilities, earthwork, and civil construction materials

• Experience with HCSS and Foundation, or similar ERP systems

• 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in civil, heavy, or site construction preferred

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• Ability to adapt to evolving systems and procedures

• Ability to work well with individually or as a member of a team

Benefits:

• Growth Opportunities within the purchasing department

• Paid Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurances with employer contributions

• 401K with employer match

• Long-Term Incentives

Submit your application by clicking on the "apply" button for the position desired. Walk-in applications are accepted at our main office in Wildwood, Florida.

Hughes Brothers Construction is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

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