• Multifamily-Purchasing Manager - Phoenix

    DR Horton, Inc. (Scottsdale, AZ)


    *D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.

     

    DHI Communities is a multifamily development division of D.R. Horton, Inc.

     

    DHI Communities is currently looking for a*_Multifamily- Purchasing Manager_*. The right candidate will obtain and maintain the best qualified and best-priced products and labor contracts to build apartments. Manage and direct Purchasing Staff.

     

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    *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

    * Manage all aspects of purchasing for the multifamily division

    * Create budgets for upcoming projects

    * Manage and supervise all Purchasing Staff, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems

    * Bid architectural plans to subcontractors and vendors

    * Obtain quality work at a competitive price

    * Oversee the hiring of contractors, suppliers, and laborers

    * Interpret architectural drawings and specifications to determine project requirements (specifications)

    * Maintain computer databases (pricing, estimates, items, etc.)

    * Respond to phone calls from potential new vendors as well as field staff

    * Develop purchasing and logistic strategies on a division/regional/national level

    * Identify alternate sourcing opportunities for cost savings and/or quality enhancements

    * Report to the National Purchasing Manager on the state of division operations and the impact of purchasing

    * Manage and review costs of existing projects

    * Build strategic relationships and a network of business contacts

    * Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company

    * Ability to travel overnight

    *Supervisory Responsibilities*

    * Supervises 2 or more employees

    *Required Qualifications*

    * Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university

    * Three to five years related experience and/or training

    * Ability to focus under pressure and comfortable meeting tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail

    * Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

    * Ability to work with all levels of management and personnel

    * Strong organizational skills

    * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications

    * Proficiency with MS Office and email

    *Preferred Qualifications*

    * JD Edwards experience a plus

    * Knowledge of construction practices preferred

     

    Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

    * Medical, Dental and Vision

    * 401(K)

    * Employee Stock Purchase Plan

    * Flex Spending Accounts

    * Life & Disability Insurance

    * Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays

    * Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits

    */Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo/*

    */#DHICommunities/*

    **Job:** **Purchasing*

    **Organization:** **MultiFamily / Communities*

    **Title:** *Multifamily-Purchasing Manager - Phoenix*

    **Location:** *Arizona-Scottsdale*

    **Requisition ID:** *2502971*