Purchasing Manager

About Weis Builders

Founded in 1939, Weis Builders is a top-ranked general contractor focused on building strong relationships and delivering exceptional results. We provide construction management services nationwide across a variety of markets, including multi-family housing, hospitality, senior living, commercial, and student housing. Our commitment to quality, safety, and integrity drives everything we do. At Weis, we believe in empowering our people, supporting our communities, and delivering with excellence.

Summary

Weis Builders is seeking a strategic and results-driven Purchasing Manager to join our Preconstruction Group. This role plays a key part in our national project delivery by leading sourcing initiatives, developing supplier partnerships, and driving value engineering efforts across the country.

Compensation: $125,000–$150,000 annually, based on experience and location.

Location: This position can be based out of a variety of our Weis Builders offices, which includes Minneapolis, Rochester, Phoenix, Tampa, or Dallas/Austin.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and execute material sourcing agreements for construction projects nationwide
• Lead supplier, manufacturer, and trade partner prequalification and onboarding
• Solicit and evaluate bids from top-tier vendors and trade partners
• Track and analyze unit pricing and industry trends
• Negotiate manufacturer fixed pricing and rebate programs
• Maintain strong supplier/manufacturer networks and align specifications with project stakeholders
• Provide proactive communication to project teams on trends, lead times, and market shifts
• Drive material-related value engineering initiatives

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• BA/BS degree or relevant industry experience
• 5+ years managing suppliers, manufacturers, and trade partners in the construction industry
• Deep understanding of construction plans, specs, estimating, and cost controls

Skills & Abilities

• Proven negotiation and communication skills
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Additional Requirements

• Willing to travel up to 20%
• Occasional work at construction sites (PPE required)