Multifamily-Region Purchasing Manager - Phoenix

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Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at for more information.

DHI Communities is a multifamily development division of D.R. Horton, Inc.

DHI Communities is currently looking for a Multifamily-Region Purchasing Manager for the DHI Communities Company. The right candidate will obtain and maintain best qualified and best-priced products and labor contracts to build apartments; manage and direct Purchasing Staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Manage all aspects of purchasing for the multifamily region
Manage and supervise all Purchasing Staff, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
Obtain and evaluate bids to ensure quality work at a competitive price
Ensure integrity and intensity throughout bidding, negotiating, and awarding contracts
Oversee the hiring of contractors, suppliers, and laborers
Interpret architectural drawings and specifications to determine project requirements (specifications)
Maintain computer databases (pricing, estimates, items, etc.)
Serve as primary local relationship manager with vendors and subcontractors
Develop purchasing and logistic strategies on a regional level
Identify alternate sourcing opportunities for cost savings and/or quality enhancements
Interact with National Purchasing Director to ensure compliance with all national programs and timely obtain all relevant vendor rebates
Create budgets for upcoming projects
Manage and review costs of existing projects

Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly manages two or more employees in the Purchasing Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university
Three (3) to Five (5) years related experience and/or training
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications
Strong communication sills
Creative thinking and attention to detail

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

Medical, Vision and Dental
401(K)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flex Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

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Job: Purchasing

Primary Location: Arizona-Phoenix

Organization: Home Builder

Schedule: Full-time

Job Posting: Oct 18, 2021, 12:00:00 AM