Nelsy Carias

Personal & Professional Growth @ Self Growth

About

Senior Purchasing Leader specializing in residential construction, driving ROI through strategic sourcing, vendor partnerships, and cost optimization across multi-community operations. With experience managing $25M+ in annual spend, I lead procurement strategy from bid through execution, aligning purchasing, design, and field operations to deliver both operational efficiency and an enhanced homebuyer experience.My expertise spans production and scatter-lot builds, where I develop pricing models, standardize product offerings, and negotiate vendor agreements that improve margins while maintaining quality and performance.I take a hands-on approach to operations, including:• Vendor account reconciliation and financial controls• Pre-approval of VPOs, EPOs, POs, and WOs• Plan analysis and takeoffs (Bluebeam) to validate scope and pricing• Jobsite coordination to ensure alignment between purchasing and field executionIn addition to day-to-day operations, I actively represent my organization at national trade shows and vendor events, building direct relationships with manufacturers to secure cost reductions, exclusivity agreements, and high-value rebate and incentive programs.Having advanced into a senior leadership role within a year, I bring a strong ability to bridge purchasing, design, and construction, creating streamlined processes, strengthening cross-functional collaboration, and delivering measurable financial impact.I am passionate about building scalable purchasing systems, driving innovation, and creating value that supports both business performance and homeowner satisfaction.

Country

United States

City

Greater Orlando

Industry

Real Estate

Skill

ROI Strategies, Design, Strategic Negotiations, Business Relationship Management, Direct Sales, Sales Processes, Procurement, Supervisory Skills, Exclusive Buyer Representation, Procurement Contracts, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Interior Design, Digital Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Purchasing Agents, English, AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Microsoft Office

Experience

Personal & Professional Growth

Self Growth

2026-5 - Present · 5 mos

United States

Committed to becoming 1% better every day through continuous learning and professional development. Currently expanding my expertise in Purchasing Leadership, Construction Operations, Lean Thinking, Six Sigma, ERP systems, strategic sourcing, and executive leadership while preparing for my next opportunity. Progress over perfection.

Purchasing

Estela Living LLC

2025-1 - 2026-4 · 1 yr 4 mos

United States

Leading divisional procurement across Palm Coast and Ocala markets, supporting phased developments, acquisitions, and scatter-lot builds. Serving as sole procurement authority over vendor strategy, pricing, contracts, and the full Options program. Driving cost variance reduction through strategic sourcing, rebate optimization, and SOP implementation.

Senior Purchasing Agent

Brite Homes

2024-7 - 2025-1 · 7 mos

Orlando, FL

Promoted to lead trade negotiations and cost controls across multiple communities during a period of division growth. Supported a growing Project Management team while developing national rebate programs, structuring Options offerings, and partnering with executive leadership on forecasting and product standardization.

Purchasing Agent

Brite Homes

2023-8 - 2024-7 · 1 yr

United States

Owned vendor coordination, trade execution, and cost analysis across active communities. Negotiated trade contracts and supported rebate program development, vendor account reconciliation, and PO management.

Purchasing Agent

Jones Homes USA

2020-8 - 2022-7 · 2 yrs

United States

Managed procurement across master-planned communities, standalone custom home builds, and spec inventory owning the full cycle from plan release through closeout. Built foundational expertise in Options strategy and cost analysis while strengthening vendor partnerships through supply chain disruption across Orlando, Florida markets.

Commercial Loans Broker

NM BANKROLL

2018-4 - 2022-6 · 4 yrs 3 mos

FLORIDA | NEW YORK | NEW JERSEY

Provided commercial financing consultation and equipment funding solutions to small business clients across three states, sourcing competitive lender rates.

Operations Manager

Lebron Restaurant Equipment and Supply

2017-1 - 2018-11 · 1 yr 11 mos

Kissimmee, Florida

Managed daily operations and full merchandise procurement for a commercial restaurant equipment and kitchen supplies retailer, sourcing inventory across multiple product categories from wholesale vendors and manufacturers. Negotiated pricing, established vendor relationships, and maintained inventory levels to ensure consistent product availability for restaurant operators and walk-in commercial clients.

Front Desk Administrative Manager

Florida Hospital

2014-5 - 2017-1 · 2 yrs 9 mos

Celebration, FL

Managed front-desk operations, patient intake workflows, and administrative coordination in a high-volume hospital environment.

Project Purchasing Assistant

Accurate Door & Hardware

2010-3 - 2014-5 · 4 yrs 3 mos

Totowa, New Jersey

Supported project-based purchasing operations for commercial door and hardware contracts, coordinating vendor orders, tracking deliveries, and managing material schedules to meet project timelines. Built early-career foundation in procurement workflows, vendor coordination, and construction material logistics.