VP of Purchasing

M/I Homes, Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive medical/dental benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Profit sharing plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Descripción de la vacante

A leading residential construction firm is looking for a dedicated professional to lead procurement and vendor management in Fort Myers, Florida. The successful candidate will develop effective purchasing strategies and collaborate with various teams to ensure project success. Candidates must possess a relevant bachelor's degree and at least ten years of experience in procurement, along with strong leadership skills. This role offers a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to work at a thriving organization.

Formación

• Ten years of related experience in procurement and vendor management.
• Supervisory experience in construction or related fields.
• Thorough knowledge of costing principles and construction techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Lead purchasing and vendor management for residential projects.
• Develop purchasing strategies that optimize cost and quality.
• Collaborate with teams to align procurement with project needs.
• Build relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements.
• Supervise and mentor the purchasing team.

Conocimientos

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented aptitude

Mathematical aptitude

Computer literacy

Educación

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Herramientas

Estimating programs

Descripción del empleo

M/I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for 50 years. Founded in 1976 by Irving and Melvin Schottenstein and guided by Irving's drive to always “treat the customer right,” we have fulfilled the dreams of over 170,000 homeowners and grown to become one of the nation's leading homebuilders. M/I Homes started as a family business and grew into a national leader in a single generation with divisions in 17 markets.

Southwest Florida is M/I Homes' newest division in Florida, covering Lee, Collier, Charlotte, and parts of Sarasota counties. This position offers a great leadership role in an expanding Division as we continue to grow in the SWFL market. M/I Homes offers an excellent benefits package, including comprehensive medical/dental, 401(k) with a company match, bonus opportunity and much more!

We are currently expanding our division and looking for driven, passionate members to join our M/I Homes TEAM in Southwest Florida. Where you work matters!

Job Summary

Lead all purchasing, procurement, and vendor management for residential projects across Southwest Florida

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with construction, project management, and finance teams to align procurement with project needs and budgets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Negotiate major contracts and long-term vendor agreements.
• Establish hard cost budgets and sales pricing for all new home designs, including standard and non-standard options pricing; maintain costing system for current and accurate pricing information.
• Oversee and mentor the purchasing team, fostering a culture of efficiency and accountability.
• Track market trends, materials costs, and supplier performance to inform strategic decisions.
• Oversee and manage the Division's Design Studio.
• Coordinate and oversee new home start process including review and monitoring of hard cost budgets, subcontractor and materials invoicing. If applicable, obtain and monitor necessary permit and licensing procedures.
• Review and analyze monthly reports concerning budget reserves, overages, expenses and write-offs for each new home contract, to assist with month end financial reporting.
• May directly supervise accounts payable, production and/or costing administrative staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S) or equivalent in specialized training from a four-year college or technical school in addition to specific training in estimating and costing techniques combined with at least ten (10) years related experience (to include field experience) and/or training; related supervisory experience; thorough knowledge and understanding of costing principles and construction techniques relative the home building industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven leadership with large teams and budgets.
• Ability to work with Architects to develop and maintain product, including value engineering initiatives.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for high interaction with a variety of people inside and outside of organization.
• Persuasive attitude with strong negotiation, organizational, and detail-oriented aptitude.
• Mathematical aptitude with ability to perform calculations.
• Computer literacy to work with estimating programs.
• Thorough knowledge of new construction plans, building codes, specifications and products.

Working Conditions

• General office environment with some travel to and activities performed at actual work sites.
• Good driving record and possession of a valid driver's license to comply with Company Auto Allowance Policy.

Benefits

M/I Homes offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and paid holidays, paid parental leave, traditional and Roth 401(k) options, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan, employee home purchase plan and more.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.