Job Details
Previous purchasing experience in homebuilding and single and multifamily construction is required.
The Purchasing Manager will play a crucial role in managing the purchasing process for an industry leader in new home construction. They will be responsible for overseeing accurate quantity take-offs and estimates, monitoring competitive bidding, and contract negotiation. The Purchasing Manager will analyze cost codes and communicate any substantial changes to the Director of Purchasing. Additionally, they will research and approve invoices, stay current on building codes and industry trends, and maintain prices and quantities in the system.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred
- Previous purchasing experience in homebuilding and single and multifamily construction is required.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Excel and ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Detail-oriented with a strong sense of urgency.
- Experience with Newstar and Build Pro systems is a plus.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Administer accurate quantity take-offs and estimates.
- Monitor competitive bidding, contract negotiation, and value engineering. Re-bid trades if cost increases occur.
- Establish and maintain a trade contractor/supplier performance evaluation system and award program.
- Analyze cost codes by phase for cost-saving measures and techniques.
- Communicate any substantial hard-cost changes to the Director of Purchasing.
- Research and approve invoices and variance purchase orders to meet Accounting department deadlines.
- Stay current on building codes, construction techniques, and trends affecting the home building industry.
- Maintain prices and quantities in Newstar as required.
- Create and maintain Bid Sheets/Unit Pricing.
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills.
Benefits
- Outstanding Benefits - Health Care - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Excellent Compensation Package
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(K) with Company Matching Contributions
- PTO & Paid Holidays
- Employer Paid ID Theft Protection
- Employee Home Purchase Discount Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Service Awards
- Vendor Discount Program
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- General sedentary work requiring the use of office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers, scanners and telephones.
- Position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, grasping, writing, typing, repetitive motions, hearing ability, visual acuity, and climbing stairs on occasion.
- May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace Employer.