--- title: 'Senior Purchasing Agent, Dallas at Homebound' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-purchasing-agent-dallas-homebound-dallas-pe7b069ftb9m' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-17' --- # Senior Purchasing Agent, Dallas at Homebound - **Company:** Homebound - **Location:** Dallas, TX - **Compensation:** $100k–$110k - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** hybrid - **Posted:** 2026-09-11 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-17 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/homebound/8ed16a88-fc74-45ea-81fe-595d85f8249e ## Job description 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. Role Overview: Homebound is searching for a Senior Purchasing Agent with experience in new home residential construction and product development to help with material sourcing, and vendor relationships. This role would require Bid administration, entry, pricing analysis and awarding contracts. What You'll Do: - Bid new and existing home products and manage vendor relationships throughout the process - Drive comprehensive project documentation and facilitate communication among cross functional stakeholders - Manage the PO and VPO process to ensure alignment with project specifications and budgets - Independently manage the budget lifecycle, including approvals, adjustments, variance analysis, and performance optimization strategies - Negotiate the lowest possible cost, or lower cost while improving quality, across materials and trade scopes - Structure agreements to maximize company value, leveraging knowledge of local construction costs and market trends - Lead trade partner performance reviews using Blueprint scorecards, identify improvement areas, and build long term partnerships - Recruit, vet, and award new subcontractors and trade partners to expand and strengthen the trade base - 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 - Own procurement data integrity and reporting to support purchasing decisions and budget accuracy - Contribute to the development of scopes of work, unit pricing, and supplier and trade contract documentation - Use Homebound's proprietary technology to manage workflows and drive efficiency What You'll Bring To The Table: - 5+ years of experience in Purchasing or related roles within custom or production homebuilding - Exceptional computer skills, including strong proficiency with 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 Desired Experience: - Degree in Construction Management, Building Sciences, or a related field 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, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. Homebound considers all qualified applicants in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Our Compensation Philosophy: Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Please note that the salary range displayed on each job posting may vary by state. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter will share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that each job posting includes a general description of any other compensation offered for the position in addition to the salary range displayed on the job posting. You can find information about our benefits [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1B9WSBBE-fDRH0jSaDX2zsfMfxQSe5DqE/view?usp=drive_link). ## About Homebound ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Homebound is a tech‑enabled homebuilder that uses proprietary software and AI to simplify and accelerate the custom home building process. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series C, total funding ~$150M) - **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, United States - **Founded**: 2018 - **Founders**: Nikki Pechet (CEO), John H. Meyer ## Core Business - Primary industry: Residential construction / homebuilding - Target customers: Homeowners (B2C) seeking custom homes; also construction teams and trade partners. - Mission: “Make it possible for anyone, anywhere, to build a home using technology.” (homebound.com) ## Products & Services - **Homebound Platform**: A first‑of‑its‑kind software system that manages the entire homebuilding process – from design and permitting to procurement, construction, and customer communication. Uses AI/ML to reduce build times (reportedly 8× faster than traditional builders) and improve transparency. - **Homebuilding Service**: End‑to‑end custom home construction, including design packages, guaranteed pricing, and project management. Available in California, Texas, Colorado, and Florida. - **Homebound Luxury**: A dedicated service for high‑end custom homes. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: Total funding ~$150M (conflicting reports: $148.4M on LinkedIn, $150M on Built In). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Khosla Ventures (led Series C), Thrive Capital (led Series A), Google (GV), and others. - **Growth Signals**: - Building in four states (CA, TX, CO, FL) with plans to expand. - Claims 30% faster pre‑construction and 45% faster build times compared to industry averages. - Active job postings have increased 450% year‑over‑year (LinkedIn). - Revenue estimated at $5M annually (LinkedIn, proxy estimate). ## Competitive Advantages - **Tech‑First Approach**: Digitized every stage of homebuilding – a rare combination of software and construction execution. - **Speed & Efficiency**: Uses AI/ML to coordinate scheduling, materials, and labor, delivering homes significantly faster than traditional builders. - **Strong Backing**: Venture capital from top‑tier firms (Khosla, Thrive, Google) provides resources for scaling and R&D. - **Customer‑Centric**: Online personalization, transparent pricing, and a dedicated project manager via the Homebound app. ## Strategic Focus - Continue geographic expansion into high‑demand housing markets. - Deepen technology moat through AI and machine learning to further reduce build times and costs. - Scale the “remote‑first” operating model to attract talent nationally while maintaining on‑site construction teams in active markets. ## Why Work Here - **Work Model**: Remote‑first with hybrid flexibility for teams that need in‑person collaboration (office locations in San Francisco, Austin, Dallas, Fort Myers, Los Angeles, New York). - **Culture**: “One team on a mission” – a blend of construction, real estate, design, and technology professionals. Emphasis on innovation, speed, and customer impact. - **Benefits**: - 100% coverage of health, dental, and vision insurance. - Mental health & wellness coverage. - Flexible PTO and generous paid holidays. - Parental leave, Fidelity 401k, and company equity. - Annual wellness reimbursement and home office setup stipend. - **Engineering Culture**: Teams work with AI/ML to solve real‑world construction problems; tech stack includes modern tools (GitHub, etc.). 45 product + tech employees out of ~190 total. ## Sources 1. [homebound.com/careers](https://www.homebound.com/careers) 2. [homebound.com/](https://www.homebound.com/) 3. [homebound.com/about](https://www.homebound.com/about) 4. [linkedin.com/company/homebound-construction](https://www.linkedin.com/company/homebound-construction) 5. 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