Multifamily-Region Purchasing Manager - Atlanta

D.R. Horton - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Atlanta, GA

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Multifamily-Region Purchasing Manager at D.R. Horton, Inc. is responsible for overseeing all purchasing activities within the multifamily region. This role involves managing the purchasing staff, ensuring the procurement of high-quality products and labor contracts for apartment construction, and developing strategic purchasing and logistics plans. The manager will also serve as the primary local relationship manager with vendors and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with national programs and optimizing costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of purchasing for the multifamily region
• Supervise all Purchasing Staff, including interviewing, hiring, and training employees
• Plan, assign, and direct work for the Purchasing Staff
• Appraise performance and address complaints and resolve problems
• Obtain and evaluate bids to ensure quality work at a competitive price
• Ensure integrity and intensity throughout bidding, negotiating, and awarding contracts
• Oversee the hiring of contractors, suppliers, and laborers
• Interpret architectural drawings and specifications to determine project requirements
• Maintain computer databases for pricing, estimates, and items
• Serve as primary local relationship manager with vendors and subcontractors
• Develop purchasing and logistic strategies on a regional level
• Identify alternate sourcing opportunities for cost savings and/or quality enhancements
• Interact with National Purchasing Director to ensure compliance with national programs
• Create budgets for upcoming projects
• Manage and review costs of existing projects
• Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university
• Three (3) to Five (5) years related experience and/or training
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Nice-to-haves

• Strong communication skills
• Creative thinking and attention to detail

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays