Regional Purchasing & Operations Manager

Drees Homes - Fort Mitchell, KY

Full-time

Fort Mitchell, KY

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The Regional Purchasing & Operations Manager at Drees Homes is responsible for overseeing purchasing, estimating, and operational processes within the Southeast Region, which includes markets in Jacksonville, FL, Nashville, TN, Raleigh, NC, and Washington DC/Manassas, VA. This role aims to ensure operational consistency across divisions, drive cost efficiencies, maintain high operational standards, and ensure timely delivery of superior products to the market. The ideal candidate will collaborate with various teams to achieve the company's financial and operational goals while fostering strong relationships within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional and divisional purchasing activities to secure optimal pricing and terms for materials, labor, and services.
• Participate in national and regional contract negotiations.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs through supply chain improvements and innovative materials or processes.
• Collaborate with the National Purchasing & Operations Manager to award national purchase agreements that benefit the region.
• Ensure each division maintains strict cost control and actively works to reduce costs and increase margins.
• Perform cross-divisional and cross-plan cost comparisons to identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee compliance with estimating and pricing methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of estimates and pricing for new plans to market.
• Maintain involvement in computer operations related to estimating and job costing, ensuring policy compliance.
• Act as a liaison between divisions, departments, and corporate staff to assist in achieving company goals.
• Monitor division activities to ensure alignment with Drees standards, policies, and procedures, recommending changes where necessary.
• Oversee vendor payment processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and budget compliance.
• Provide training and support to division staff to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
• Conduct quarterly visits to regional divisions to foster strong relationships and resolve operational issues.
• Review and maintain administrative operating procedures, recommending improvements to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Review, manage, and approve trade partner agreements.
• Work collaboratively with division, regional, and corporate teams to ensure exceptional products and services are delivered.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required.
• 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, estimating, and cost control within the homebuilding industry.
• Strong technical skills, including experience with costing systems, centralized accounting, and PO systems (JD Edwards experience is a plus).
• Proven track record in cost control, cost reduction, and compliance monitoring in a homebuilding environment.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, with a strategic approach to improving operational efficiency.
• Self-motivated, assertive, and results-oriented, with a high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of teamwork and the importance of providing support across all areas of the business.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in project management principles, including Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
• Experience with national and/or regional purchase contracts preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and dynamic work environment