Purchasing Manager

Posted 2 days ago

safe harbor residentialBrentwood (TN)

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Job Description: SummaryThis Purchasing Manager role will lead all pre-construction estimating and procurement functions, ensuring projects are accurately budgeted, competitively bid, well-documented, and procured on schedule. This role serves as a critical link between pre-construction, project management, field teams, and trade partners. The ideal candidate combines strong technical construction knowledge with a methodical, systems-driven approach and a high level of precision in execution.
Job Details: We trust that as a Purchasing Manager you will: (responsibilities) Initiate, negotiate and contract for all labor and materials associated with construction of our projects Configure and input house budgets, options and area figures Ensure that material takeoffs are correct and complete Set direction on pricing methodology and procedure, reporting system set up and input requirements Maintain contracts, bidding documents and the required insurances for the subcontractor Establish and maintain Scope of Work for all construction phases Establish service level needs and evaluation criteria for building products, subcontractors and material suppliers Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of plans and specifications Responsible for the entry into the reporting system of job specific pricing and issuance of initial purchase orders Responsible that plans, specifications, scope of works and current house budgets (to include standard and non-standard options) are included in the Builder "Start" packages. Responsible for bid /budget variances Responsible for value engineering of product Manage Plans and Redlines – Update as necessary Responsible for Light Commercial Estimates – solicit bids, compile estimate and submit to manager for review Negotiate pricing, timelines, and purchasing terms aligned with budget and project expectations Proactively monitor procurement timelines, identifying risks related to long-lead items, scope gaps, or pricing discrepancies Provide leadership with clear reporting, insights, and recommendations related to cost control and vendor performance Create and refine templates, checklists, and workflows to improve consistency and accountability Compile Monthly Variance reports and review with manager Create Proforma's as directed on new projects Assist with monthly/quarterly submissions on rebate programs Interface with clients when necessary Responsibly for Warranty Work flow and assignments to Field Staff You are willing to perform other duties as assigned What you will need: (competencies, behaviors & attributes) Business Acumen Customer Focus Developing Direct Reports and Others Drive for Results Priority Setting Self-Knowledge Ability to Perform Independently About you: Bachelor's degree in Construction, Business or another related field or have a minimum of 3 years in a similar or position High level of competency in MS Office and Buildertrend or other similar programs Extensive knowledge of the homebuilding construction process Strong technical aptitude and willingness to learn new systems and processes is critical Experience in the Luxury Home Building Space Experience bidding light commercial jobs Strong negotiation skills Strong relationship skills Job Summary: The Purchasing Manager will play a pivotal role in the company's success and future through supporting the company in reducing costs, maintaining and developing vendor/client relationships and providing accurate budgets. This role requires a high functioning individual that can work independently and make a positive impact on the company's success on day one.

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