Purchasing Agent

Overview

Monday:
In-office coordination with the purchasing and construction teams. Tuesday – Friday:
In the field visiting farms and tagging trees.

• Assist the Purchasing Manager in sourcing commercial-grade materials, including landscaping, irrigation, and hardscape supplies, vehicles, and heavy equipment
• Travel to suppliers throughout Florida and Georgia to hand-select and tag trees and palms to meet commercial grading standards
• Schedule tagging and procurement of all materials according to the commercial construction schedule provided by the Construction Manager
• Negotiate competitive pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers
• Provide accurate and competitive material pricing for commercial landscape bids
• Coordinate delivery logistics to ensure timely arrival of trees and palms at job sites

• Solid understanding of commercial tree and palm grading standards; previous experience in purchasing, landscaping, or the construction industry preferred
• Strong negotiation and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout Florida and Georgia
• Valid driver’s license required

You MUST LIVE in and around JACKSONVILLE, FL. No relocation assistance is provided.

Based in Jacksonville, FL, this well-established commercial nursery and landscaping firm is recognized as a trusted leader across the Southeast. Known for its craftsmanship, professionalism, and deep client partnerships, the company delivers high-quality results on large-scale commercial developments, municipal installations, and signature landscape projects. Backed by a private equity firm committed to expanding this industry segment within its portfolio, the company is entering an exciting growth phase creating opportunities for driven professionals to make a lasting impact.

• Collaborate with an experienced team on high-profile commercial landscape projects
• Blend office coordination with field-based sourcing and vendor interaction
• Travel throughout Florida and Georgia to hand-select top-quality materials
• Contribute directly to project execution, quality, and client success