Senior Procurement & Purchasing Agent

EVELYN DAVIS YLAGAN

Garland, ***** TX 214-***-**** ***.******.**@*****.*** LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evelynylaganb88563209

Summary

Versatile and detail-oriented supply chain professional with over 15 years of experience in procurement, construction management, and vendor coordination across the residential, retail, and healthcare sectors. Proven ability to drive cost efficiency, manage contracts, and optimize sourcing strategies for high-volume projects. Highly adept at cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and leveraging ERP systems to streamline purchasing and inventory workflows.

Core Competencies

Strategic Procurement & Purchasing Vendor & Supplier Management Budgeting & Cost Controls Contract Administration Construction Project Coordination ERP & Purchasing Systems (Brix, Buildpro, Planswift, Sage, Buildtopia, Timberline) Bid Solicitation & Evaluation Data Analysis & Reporting Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Experience

Purchasing Agent and Estimator 11/2025 to 04/2026

Lillian Homes Waxahachie, TX

Produced estimates for brick, stone, masonry materials, decking, rafters, windows, light fixtures, hardware and doors for 50 new floor plans using PlanSwift and entered all the data/take-offs into Brix.

Created, issued and revised purchase orders as needed for new starts, change orders, design selections, vendor changes and pricing fluctuations.

Collaborated with other departments and vendors. Resolved any vendor issues.

Senior Purchasing Agent 02/2020 to 04/2025

Megatel Homes Dallas, TX

Reviewed architectural plans, community specs, and vendor scopes to generate purchase orders across multiple subdivisions.

Request, review and analyze bids and vendor's scopes and specifications.

Collaborated with Estimating, Sales, and Design teams to input accurate data into procurement systems.

Processed design selections and tracked revisions, ensuring timely updates in purchase orders.

Produced and distributed cost analysis reports to leadership for budgeting and financial planning.

Coordinated with vendors and Accounting to resolve billing discrepancies and updated price matrices monthly.

Purchasing Team Leader 2017 to 2020

Camden Homes Dallas, TX

Oversaw purchasing operations for 300–400 new residential builds annually, ensuring material and appliance availability.

Reviewed floor plans, gathered vendor bids, and maintained competitive sourcing strategies.

Issued and revised purchase orders to reflect vendor changes, pricing fluctuations, and supply adjustments.

Tracked vendor-community assignments and floor plan usage to reduce misallocation and supply errors.

Mentored junior purchasing staff and ensured procurement data integrity across the system.

Plant Operations Specialist 2014 to 2017

Preferred Care Management Group Plano, TX

Coordinated facility upgrades and construction across 114 skilled-nursing facilities nationwide.

Tracked project lifecycles from request to payment, ensuring timelines and budgets were met.

Documented construction meetings, relaying critical updates to leadership and contractors.

Monitored contractor compliance with regulatory and safety requirements.

Created weekly dashboards to report project progress to senior management.

Licensed Real Estate Agent 2003 to 2011

Castle Realty Plano, TX

Represented clients in residential and commercial property transactions, including leasing and sales.

Coordinated marketing campaigns, open houses, and negotiations to close deals efficiently.

Collaborated with inspectors, title companies, and lenders to facilitate seamless closings.

Maintained MLS listings and documentation.

Advised clients on property values, market conditions, and investment strategies.

Contract Coordinator 1999 to 2003

Brisben Development, Inc. Dallas, TX

Managed procurement and contracts for development of five apartment complexes from ground up.

Qualified bids from subcontractors, negotiated terms, and ensured legal compliance.

Drafted and issued contracts, purchase orders, and amendments.

Monitored contract execution to track deliverables and timelines.

Collaborated with construction managers to maintain accurate budget allocations.

Other Experience

Home Choice Inc. – Dallas, TX

Project Manager 1998 – 1999

Frullati Café Inc. – Dallas, TX

Construction Manager 1996 – 1998

Barnes & Noble – Dallas, TX

Assistant Project Manager 1993 – 1996

Education

Bachelor of Arts: Business Administration

Texas Woman's University Denton, Texas

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