Senior Purchasing Specialist - Residential Building

Overview

Home Builder - 4k units per year - Million Dollar + Units - Growth Role - Reach

At this leading home building company, we''re seeking a dynamic and experienced Purchasing Specialist to join our team. This pivotal role is responsible for managing the procurement process across multiple trade categories, ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality in our home construction projects nationwide.

Why join us?We offer an opportunity to impact home building operations and work with a diverse team of professionals to deliver quality homes nationwide.

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Procurement

Oversee procurement for assigned vertical and horizontal construction costs

Identify and onboard new trade partners through thorough due diligence

Collaborate with Division leaders to prequalify and approve new trades

Contract Management

Conduct competitive bidding processes

Analyze bids, negotiate terms, and award contracts to approved trade partners

Ensure adherence to company policies and contract terms

Budget and Cost Control

Develop and maintain direct construction cost budgets for new and ongoing communities

Prepare and manage documentation for trade contract agreements

Relationship Management

Foster strong relationships with trade partners and internal departments

Participate in cross-market initiatives and process improvement teams

Quality Assurance

Engage in value engineering, architectural reviews, and specification meetings

Conduct model home walkthroughs to ensure quality standards are met

Continuous Improvement

Lead or participate in category management teams

Contribute to process improvement initiatives across markets

Qualifications

Bachelor''s degree in Supply Chain, Construction, Business, or Accounting

Minimum 2 years of residential purchasing experience in the homebuilding industry

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise resource planning systems (e.g., E1)

Strong analytical and negotiation skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Field construction experience is a plus

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our home building operations, working with a diverse team of professionals to deliver quality homes across the country. Join us in shaping the future of residential construction!

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