About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: San Antonio Division - San Antonio, TX 78216JOB PURPOSE:
As the Vice President of Purchasing, manage and lead the Purchasing, Design Center, and Pre-Construction Teams in alignment with the Division Business plan and reforecasts. Primary driver of cost management in the Division using human resources, technology and industry professionals to continually achieve Divisional goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Establish proforma budgets for new communities
Regular cadence of interaction with Division President and Finance Leader regarding any pertinent cost fluctuations
Oversight and spot reviews new home sales contracts and construction estimates
Reviews construction blueprints with Product Development with an eye towards value engineering and cost savings ideas
Mentors and trains Production staff regarding home budgeting and ECC (estimated cost of completion process)
Manages and selects construction contractors, vendors, and suppliers in conjunction with the Production leadership
Monitor construction material return process and assure accountability loop is closed and managed
Manage, direct, and oversee Purchasing Team, Design Center Team and Permit Team.
Establish measurable goals with regular follow ups to all Division stakeholders making appropriate adjustments as needed
QualificationsKnowledge and Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both in written format and oral presentation
Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
Proficiency in MS Office software applications, New Star, JDE, Marks System, or HB1 (New Star preferable)
Ability to read and understand blueprints, engineered drawing, truss drawings, site plans, civil engineering plans, etc.
Well-rounded knowledge of new home construction process
Analytical, organized, detail oriented, goal driven, strong time management skills, tempered assertiveness, ethical and fair
Exhibits initiative, accepts challenges, new responsibilities and can work in a fast-paced environment with little to know supervision
Education and Work Experience
7 years of residential homebuilding purchasing experience at a VP or Director level
Degree in Business, Construction Management, or related field with 2+ years field experience OR
Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing their essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional travel to various worksites may also be required, depending on assignment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
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