Purchasing Agent, Los Angeles

About Us: Homebound is on a mission to make it possible for anyone, anywhere, to build a home using technology. Created by an experienced team of construction, real estate, design, and technology experts, Homebound is transforming the residential construction industry by improving the costly and inefficient process of building a home. We’ve created an entirely new way to build homes with technology powering every stage from start to finish to provide a seamless experience for our customers. Homeowners across the country can choose where they want to live, select a home plan that’s perfect for them, then personalize and buy it, all online. Homebound has raised $150M in capital from leading venture capitalists like Google, Khosla, Thrive Ventures, and we’re scaling quickly in places like Texas, Colorado and Florida. Come build your future with us. . About The Role: As a member of the Purchasing Team, the Purchasing Agent will be responsible for executing Homebound's purchasing process in Los Angeles. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for executing POs, VPOs, completing budget validation exercises and providing design input and emphasis to the Architecture and Design department from a cost and supply chain point of view. The ideal candidate has excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset, and is eager to contribute to the development of a fast-paced, technology-driven construction company. The ideal candidate also has a well-rounded understanding of supply chains, trade and commodity negotiations, market trends, and trade relationship building. What You’ll Do: - Drive comprehensive project documentation and facilitate communication among cross-functional stakeholders - Manage the PO process to ensure alignment with project specifications and budgets - Independently manage the budget lifecycle, including approvals, adjustments, variance analysis, and performance optimization strategies - Ensure agreements are structured to maximize company value and leverage knowledge of local construction costs - Lead trade partner performance reviews using Blueprint scorecards; identify improvement areas and build long-term partnerships - Attend home and prototype walks to understand project field adjustments, HVAC placements, and trade execution - Independently manage complex blueprint changes, update templates, and contribute to cross-functional product development - Ensure timely PO releases aligned with construction schedules - Enter budgets into Homebound’s platform to initiate new projects Contribute to the development of scopes of work, unit pricing, and supplier/trade contract documentation - Use Homebound’s proprietary technology to manage workflows and drive efficiency What You’ll Bring: - 4+ years of experience in Purchasing or related roles within custom or production homebuilding - Degree in Construction Management, Building Sciences, or related field preferred - Strong proficiency in Google Sheets or Excel for data entry and tracking - Familiarity with MEP systems and their integration into residential projects - Working knowledge of local building codes and their application - Estimating experience using tools such as PlanSwift or On-Screen Takeoffs - Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction documents - Proven ability to collaborate across teams - especially Growth, Construction Operations, and Finance - to solve key business problems - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills - High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Our Commitment: We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. To apply, please submit an application with your resume on the Career’s page. Homebound is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orie