Vice President, Purchasing

Mattamy Homes; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic and growth-oriented culture

Opportunities for team building

Support for ESG initiatives

Work with a strong brand

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Vice President of Purchasing & Procurement to lead and inspire a talented team in the heart of the homebuilding sector. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the sustainability initiatives of one of North America's largest privately-owned builders. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will drive procurement strategies that not only support operational excellence but also foster positive relationships with trade partners. Join a vibrant team where your contributions will shape residential developments and make a lasting impact on the community. If you are passionate about homebuilding and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in the construction industry.
• Proven experience in building and leading effective teams.

Responsibilities

• Own large budgets and monitor purchasing expenses.
• Lead an 18-person team and cultivate relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Estimating Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Related Field Degree

Tools

MS Excel

Homebuilder Software

Job description

Location: Mississauga, Ontario – Hybrid (3 days/week in office)

Company: Mattamy Homes (Canada)

Department: Purchasing, GTA Low Rise Division

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Operations, GTA Low Rise Division

When it comes to forward-thinking homebuilding and thoughtfully planned communities, Canadians think of Mattamy Homes. Our team is as solid as they come. At Mattamy, we are optimistic, hardworking, and supportive. Together we learn and grow as we strive to create a positive impact in the homebuilding industry. Contributing to the Mattamy Way means being surrounded by caring people who encourage you to be exactly who you are.

What we offer

The Vice President, Purchasing & Procurement is a collaborative leader responsible for leading, motivating, and inspiring the purchasing team in the procurement of trade partners, suppliers, and materials in support of our homebuilding operations in the GTA Low Rise Division.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President will work with a well-established and growing developer with a stellar reputation. This role supports the sustainability goals of the organization by applying an ESG lens to our partnerships and materials.

Coming into this role, you can expect:

• The opportunity to attach your name to contributions that create residential developments.
• The autonomy to build your team and work with robust senior executives.
• The opportunity to play a key role in driving the ESG initiatives of the largest privately-owned home builder in North America.
• A dynamic and growth-oriented culture with an exciting organization.
• An opportunity to work with one of Canada’s strongest brands.

What you’ll do

• Own large budgets, including monitoring purchasing expenses and building budgets for all communities under construction.
• Participate in developing feasibility budgets for prospective land acquisitions.
• Build out a formalized estimating function within the Purchasing department.
• Benchmark against best practices and improve procurement procedures.
• Lead the development of clear performance, compliance, and quality standards for each trade/supplier.
• Lead an approximately 18-person team, including talent identification and team performance.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with trade partners and suppliers.
• Remain current on innovative products, construction techniques, and trends affecting the home building industry.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in the construction industry.
• Proven experience building and leading effective teams.
• Superior estimating skills and understanding of purchasing principles.
• Knowledge of OBC, WSIB, and Health & Safety regulations.
• Excellent communication, negotiating, and analytical skills.
• Extremely well-organized and able to prioritize workloads.

Bonus points

• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) designation.
• Superior computer skills in MS Excel and Homebuilder software.

We encourage applicants who meet most of the role requirements to apply! It’s okay if you don’t have 100% of the requirements. If you’re the right candidate, we’ll help you learn and grow.

At Mattamy, we're passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work. Mattamy Homes Canada is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities.

Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the Talent Acquisition team.