Strategic Purchasing & Estimating Leader

Dream Finders Homes; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Dream Finders Homes seeks a Vice President of Purchasing to lead purchasing, estimating, and design functions across divisions, driving cost control and quality. You will negotiate with suppliers, manage trade partners, and ensure accurate takeoffs and construction drawings to support operations.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic sourcing, and robust analytical skills to optimize costs and timelines for multiple communities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years purchasing management experience in high-volume new home construction.
• Proven leadership in procurement, sourcing, and cost reduction.
• Experience with budgeting, contracts, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing, estimating, and design functions across divisions.
• Negotiate subcontractor pricing and manage vendor performance.
• Oversee takeoffs, estimates, designs, and construction drawings for accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical

Database management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

NewStar Enterprise

BuildPro

Electronic takeoff software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Dream Finders Homes seeks a Vice President of Purchasing to lead purchasing, estimating, and design functions across divisions, driving cost control and quality. You will negotiate with suppliers, manage trade partners, and ensure accurate takeoffs and construction drawings to support operations.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic sourcing, and robust analytical skills to optimize costs and timelines for multiple communities.