Director of Purchasing

Director of Purchasing at AlphaX RE Capital Director of Purchasing at AlphaX RE Capital in Los Altos, California Posted in 10 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Company:

AL Homes, a brand of AlphaX RE Capital Salary range: $100,000 - $160,000

Job Responsibilities:

A. Procurement Strategy & Cost Management Develop and execute company-wide purchasing strategies to support multiple projects and product types Establish standardized material packages, base specifications, and preferred product selections Lead negotiation of master supply agreements (MSAs), volume pricing, and long-term pricing locks Identify value-engineering and alternate material options while maintaining design intent and quality Monitor market pricing trends, supply chain risks, and material availability B. Vendor & Supplier Management Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, distributors, and key suppliers Manage approved vendor lists (AVL) and supplier performance standards Evaluate vendors based on pricing, lead time, reliability, quality, and service Resolve major procurement issues, shortages, and delivery risks in coordination with project teams C. Project & Cross-Functional Support Coordinate with Development, Design, Construction Management, and Finance teams to align procurement with project milestones Support project budgeting and bid-phase pricing validation Enforce procurement discipline following design freeze and approved specifications Assist in managing material-related change impacts from a cost and schedule perspective D. Process, Systems & Controls Establish and maintain purchasing policies, approval workflows, and authorization limits Implement and optimize procurement tracking within ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage) Standardize material naming, cost codes, and reporting structures Track procurement KPIs including cost savings, on-time delivery, and pricing variance E. Team Leadership Lead and develop the purchasing team, including buyers and purchasing managers Define clear roles, performance metrics, and accountability Promote cross-project coordination to reduce redundancy and improve buying leverage.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field Homebuilding experience required Minimum of 8 years of purchasing or procurement experience within residential development or builder-focused construction environments Proven experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing large material budgets Strong understanding of residential construction materials and Bay Area supply markets Experience working in a developer-builder or owner-rep environment preferred Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems (Sage experience a plus) Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills