The Axel Group is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our client’s team in Sarasota County, Florida. Our client is one of the nation's largest homebuilders, operating in 33 states and 113 markets and known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and community development. This opportunity offers long-term stability and career growth with a recognized leader in residential construction.
This role supports a fast-paced Purchasing Department by handling key administrative functions such as vendor coordination, pricing updates, and contract documentation. The Purchasing Assistant helps ensure accuracy and efficiency across all purchasing processes, contributing directly to the successful execution of residential homebuilding projects.
The ideal candidate is an entry-level professional with a degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, OR someone with prior experience in purchasing within residential construction, the broader construction industry, or a comparable homebuilding environment.

• Maintain vendor packets, qualifications, and updated vendor lists
• Process pricing requests, load price changes, and update cost information
• Revise feature lists, project specifications, and construction plans
• Prepare and distribute design changes and pricing updates
• Maintain product binders, contract files, and project documentation
• Process purchase orders, change orders, and notices to proceed
• Coordinate vendor paperwork and support bid package preparation
• Research and resolve invoice and purchase order discrepancies
• Ensure purchasing records and office files are organized and current

• High school diploma or GED, required
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field, preferred
• 6 months – 1 year+ of purchasing or related experience
• Experience in residential construction, general construction, or a related industry required
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• $52,500 Base Salary + Bonus
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• PTO, Sick and Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan