Multifamily-Purchasing Manager

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 at www.drhorton.com for 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 best qualified and best-priced products and labor contracts to build apartments; manage and direct Purchasing Staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned.

Manage all aspects of purchasing for the multifamily division 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 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 Create budgets for upcoming projects Manage and review costs of existing projects Supervisory Responsibilities Directly manages two or more employees.

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Job Requirements: Education and/or Experience Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university Three to five years related experience and/or training 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 Strong communication skills Creative thinking and attention to detail 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, Vision and Dental 401(K) Employee Stock Purchase Plan Flex Spending Accounts Life Insurance Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays Build YOUR future with D.R.

Horton, America’s Builder.

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