Purchasing Manager - New Home Construction

Dream Finders Homes, Inc.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

PTO & Holidays

401(k) Match

Employee Wellness

Employee Assistance Programs

Home Purchase Discount

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Dream Finders Homes, Inc. is seeking a skilled purchasing professional in Charlotte, NC to help manage subcontractor onboarding and cost-saving initiatives. You will support the Purchasing Director with vendor selection, bid analysis and reporting to drive budget accuracy.

The role requires strong Excel skills, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate with leadership and site teams. Travel between divisions and construction sites may be needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of estimating or purchasing experience 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.
• MS Office with proficiency in spreadsheets.

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 for cost effective construction and quality.
• Prepare reporting, tracking and rebate information for Net Plus Contract Program.
• Update approved bid lists.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Time management

Relationship building

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Preferred but not required

Tools

New Star Enterprise

Electronic take-off

Job description

• 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.

Employer

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

Employer

Location(s)

201 McCullough DriveSuite 160 , Charlotte , NC 28262 , United States

Compensation

110-130k

Benefits Our benefits include: Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision; Vacation & Holidays -- generous PTO & 8 holidays; 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs, Home Purchase Discount for Associates, Pet Insurance.