Purchasing Agent - Doors & Building Materials at Garage Headquarters — Warwick, RI

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, ordering, and managing doors, hardware, and related materials to support installation projects. This role ensures timely delivery, cost control, and accurate inventory levels while working closely with project managers, installers, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase doors, frames, hardware, and installation materials
• Create and manage purchase orders in alignment with project schedules
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and resolve delays or shortages
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times with vendors
• Maintain accurate records of orders, invoices, and inventory levels
• Monitor material usage and forecast future purchasing needs
• Work closely with operations and project management teams to support job timelines
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative suppliers
• Ensure purchased materials meet quality and specification requirements
• 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience (construction or building materials preferred)
• Familiarity with doors, hardware, or construction materials is a strong plus
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Proficiency with purchasing systems, spreadsheets, and basic accounting tools
• Ability to manage multiple orders and deadlines simultaneously
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with vendors and manufacturers in the door or construction industry
• Knowledge of inventory management and job-cost tracking
• Ability to read basic plans, specs, or take-offs

Compensation & Benefits

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