Purchasing Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate the resolution of JDE accounting issues related to contracts and trade partner qualifications in collaboration with Corporate.
• Assist in recruiting new suppliers and trade partners to maintain a strong trade base, ensuring bids are complete and accurate.
• Manage pricing negotiations, contract files, payments, and product replacements, updating existing contracts as needed.
• Prepare bid comparisons and review findings with the management team. Assist in selecting preferred bidders based on competitiveness and ability to meet contract requirements.
• Contribute to the development, review, and analysis of scopes of work to ensure quality control and standardization of materials, equipment, supplies, and services.
• Analyze drawings to identify value engineering opportunities and pricing efficiencies.
• Oversee BuildPro as it pertains to purchasing and trade partner payments.
• Conduct quantity take-offs from working or design drawings for budgeting and bidding purposes, maintaining and updating take-offs within company software.
• Identify trends in extra EPOs to minimize and control costs.
• Review and process change orders for options.
• Prepare monthly site condition reports for new job starts.
• Compile and submit quarterly corporate reports for rebate acquisition.
• Continuously research new products, materials, and processes to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Serve as a liaison between subcontractors, construction, marketing, sales, customer service, and land departments, providing ongoing support to Construction and Sales through PO processing, plan reviews, and documentation.
• Review plans and create/revise budgets for multiple new and ongoing communities, ensuring product development and architecture align with budget constraints.
• Provide administrative support to the Director of Purchasing.
• Cross-train in all purchasing functions to provide assistance as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Purchasing.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment.
• Foster clear communication across departments to ensure smooth information flow.
• Participate in training as needed, including product knowledge, procedural updates, and software proficiency.
• Support and promote a fun, positive, and values-driven workplace culture.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 4 years of experience in a purchasing role, preferably in residential construction.
• Experience with BuildPro and JD Edwards software is preferred.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

EEO/OSHA/ADA Compliance:

• Ability to use computer screens, keyboards, and other related technology.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.