Purchasing Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist Purchasing Director with implementation of new subcontractors

Implement options mapping and new community build out as laid out by Purchasing Director

Scrub jobs to ensure budget accuracy

Negotiate subcontractor pricing to achieve cost reductions

Find qualified trade partners who can provide cost effective construction and quality

Participate and prepare reporting, tracking and rebate information on Net Plus Contract Program

Update approved bid lists

Perform all other duties as assigned

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE

At least two (2) years of experience in estimating or purchasing for a production residential builder

Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required

Experience with New Star Enterprise or Equivalent Software and electronic take off (preferred) but not required

MS Office and proficiency with spreadsheets

Self-motivated with attention to detail, positive attitude and ability to work as a team member

Organization and time management skills are a necessity

Exceptional communication skills -- both written and verbal

Comfortable presenting ideas and solutions to leadership and key business partners

Strong attention to detail

Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships

Proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Valid Driver's License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Vision abilities required by the job are close vision. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate office equipment such as a computer, copier, and office supplies.

In addition, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with their arms and hands, and to stoop, kneel or crouch. Employee will be exposed to construction sites where temperature and noise levels vary. Travel between divisions and to construction sites is likely. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.

Note: This document describes the minimum, essential duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, effort, and working conditions of the position. It in no way implies that these are the only functions to be performed by the incumbent. Workers are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any job-related functions requested by a supervisor or manager. Successful performance requires that the incumbent possess and utilize the abilities and skills described. All functions are subject to reasonable modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some functions may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others.

Equal Opportunity

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