DPR Construction

Senior Purchasing Agent

DPR Construction • $95K — $115K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations
  • 2-4 years of experience in team leadership or managing procurement workstreams
  • Experience using procurement systems and ERP tools
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or similar certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Leads and manages procurement team members, ensuring effective workload planning and development
  • Oversees procurement execution, managing purchasing, expediting, supplier coordination, and documentation
  • Establishes operating routines for procurement reporting and stakeholder communication
  • Collaborates with sourcing, risk, finance, and operations to align procurement with project needs
  • Addresses and resolves escalated supplier and procurement issues related to quality and delivery
  • Monitors procurement metrics and implements improvements for cycle time and compliance
  • Facilitates the implementation of procurement tools to enhance standardization and reporting

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Emphasis on continuous improvement initiatives
  • Access to advanced procurement tools and systems
  • Support for obtaining professional certifications
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Summary:
Manages procurement operations supporting project and operational purchasing activities across assigned scope. Leads procurement professionals and establishes routines to ensure consistent execution of purchasing, expediting, supplier coordination, and documentation workflows. Partners with cross-functional stakeholders to align procurement priorities with schedule, cost, and risk requirements. Oversees performance management, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve procurement effectiveness and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
Leads and manages procurement team members, including workload planning, coaching, performance management, and development.
Oversees procurement execution across assigned scope, including purchasing, expediting, supplier coordination, and documentation requirements.
Establishes operating routines for procurement reporting, issue escalation, and stakeholder communication.
Partners with sourcing, risk, finance, and operations stakeholders to align procurement actions with commercial and project requirements.
Reviews and supports resolution of escalated supplier and procurement issues, including quality, delivery, and documentation constraints.
Monitors procurement performance metrics and implements process improvements to enhance cycle time, accuracy, and compliance.
Supports implementation and adoption of procurement tools and systems to improve standardization and reporting.

Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
7+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations required.
2-4 years of experience leading teams or managing procurement workstreams required.
Experience using procurement systems and ERP tools required.

Certifications and Licenses:
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or similar certification preferred.

About DPR Construction

DPR Construction is a commercial general contractor and construction management firm. The company provides preconstruction, construction, and post-construction services for a variety of markets, including healthcare, advanced technology, higher education, and corporate offices. DPR Construction was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Redwood City, California. The company has offices throughout the United States and has completed projects in various countries, including Singapore and the Netherlands.
Learn more about DPR Construction
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1990

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