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<p></p><div><p><b>The Building Center, Inc.</b></p><div></div><div><b><br>
Title: </b>Installed Sales Procurement &amp; Sourcing Specialist</div><div><b>
Reports to:</b> Vice President of Installed Sales</div><div><b>
FLSA Status:</b> Hourly, Non-Exempt</div><div><b>
Division:</b> Installed Sales</div><div><b>
Location:</b> Pineville, NC</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Summary</b></div><div>
The Installed Sales Procurement &amp; Sourcing Specialist is responsible for coordinating all material sourcing, purchasing, and delivery logistics required to support The Building Center&rsquo;s Installed Sales division. This role ensures that every project is properly sourced, priced, ordered, and scheduled with accurate lead-time information. This role is critical to the success of The Building Center&rsquo;s Installed Sales division. The Procurement &amp; Sourcing Specialist directly supports the division&rsquo;s ability to deliver projects on time, maintain profitability, and ensure customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced, construction-driven environment.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Duties</b></div><ul><li>
Source, price, and purchase materials required for Installed Sales projects (windows, doors, trim, framing packages, specialty items, etc.).</li><li>
Verify material specifications, quantities, and product availability based on estimator takeoffs and job scopes.</li><li>
Ensure all orders align with project timelines, installation schedules, and customer requirements.</li><li>
Obtain accurate vendor lead times and proactively communicate delays or risks to Project Leads and Coordinators.</li><li>
Maintain a real-time understanding of supply constraints, substitutions, and alternative sourcing options.</li><li>
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers.</li><li>
Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and preferential priority for Installed Sales material packages.</li><li>
Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and identify opportunities for cost savings.</li><li>
Work closely with Estimators to confirm pricing during proposal development.</li><li>
Support Project Leads by ensuring materials are ordered, staged, and delivered according to job schedules.</li><li>
Collaborate with Project Coordinators to resolve discrepancies, ensure complete job packets, and maintain accurate project documentation.</li><li>
Monitor open purchase orders, backorders, and shipment status.</li><li>
Ensure materials are available before installation crews arrive, reducing job delays and costly rescheduling.</li><li>
Assist field teams in resolving product issues, shortages, or damaged material claims.</li><li>
Assist in reconciling discrepancies between ordered materials and jobsite receipts.</li><li>
Support correction of inventory or MRP system inaccuracies related to Installed Sales material usage.</li><li>
Maintain accurate cost data to improve estimating templates and margin protection.</li><li>
Maintain purchasing logs, vendor quotes, and delivery records.</li><li>
Provide cost and availability insights to leadership to support forecasting and planning.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Qualifications &amp; Requirements</b></div><ul><li>
2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain; construction or building materials experience <b>strongly preferred</b>.</li><li>
Knowledge of Installed Sales workflows or construction project coordination preferred.</li><li>
Strong negotiation and communication skills.</li><li>
High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple active projects.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP, procurement, or project management software a plus.</li><li>
Ability to develop strong vendor and internal team relationships.</li><li>
Organized, proactive, and capable of prioritizing time-sensitive tasks.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Education and Experience</b></div><div><ul><li>
High school diploma or GED required; additional education in business, sales, or a related field is a plus.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Benefits</b></div><div><ul><li>
401(k)</li><li>
401(k) Match &amp; Profit Share</li><li>
Health Insurance</li><li>
Dental Insurance</li><li>
Vision Insurance</li><li>
Disability Benefits</li><li>
Company-paid &amp; Voluntary Life Insurance</li><li>
Health Savings &amp; Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>
Paid Time Off</li><li>
Referral Program</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Work Environment</b></div><div>
The employee is regularly required to communicate verbally and hear clearly. Frequent physical activities include standing, walking, sitting, and using hands and arms to perform job-related tasks. The employee may occasionally be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. The employee may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and moving mechanical equipment on an occasional basis. The noise level in the work environment is typically loud.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
About The Organization</b></div><div>
Founded in Charlotte in 1977, The Building Center, Inc. has grown from a single location into one of the largest privately held lumber and building materials dealers in the United States. Nearly five decades later, we remain family-owned and family-driven, guided by the same commitment we started with: <b>to be our customers&rsquo; most valued building partner.</b></div><div></div><div><br>
With more than 200 trucks on the road and a strong network of divisions strategically located throughout the Carolinas, we deliver consistent, reliable service to builders across the region. Our divisions include:</div><ul><li><b>
South Carolina:</b> Easley, Columbia, Holly Hill, Georgetown</li><li><b>
North Carolina:</b> Rock Hill, Boone, Monroe, Ocean Isle Beach, Pineville, Gastonia, Greensboro, and Mebane</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Our regional strength allows us to purchase and sell branded and commodity products at competitive prices, while tailoring our inventories to match local building practices, architectural trends, and the unique needs of each market. Beyond supplying materials, we provide a full range of manufacturing support&mdash;including truss plants in North and Central North Carolina, millwork and door shops in the Triad and Charlotte metros, and custom fabrication in Pineville, where we also craft specialty products like reclaimed lumber flooring, cabinetry, mantles, and siding.</div><div></div><div><br>
What makes The Building Center truly different is our <b>culture and our people.</b> We believe construction is, at its heart, a people business&mdash;built on relationships, trust, and hard work. Our values of <b>service, integrity, and dependability</b> guide us in every interaction, whether we&rsquo;re serving customers, supporting our communities, or developing our employees.</div><div></div><div><br>
When you join The Building Center, you become part of a company with deep roots, a bold vision, and a culture where you can grow, contribute, and make a real impact. Together, we&rsquo;re not just delivering materials&mdash;we&rsquo;re helping to build communities, futures, and lasting success.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity &amp; Reasonable Accommodation</b></div><div>
The Building Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.</div><div></div><div><br>
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA). If you require an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at (704) 889-8182 or <i>careers@thebuildingcenter.com</i>.</div></div><p></p>

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