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Purchasing ManagerMaronda Homes Inc. • Greenville, SC, US
Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

Maronda Homes Inc. • Greenville, SC, US
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview :

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing objectives, policies and processes regarding all purchasing functions in the Division. This position is also responsible for identifying, qualifying and maintaining a balanced vendor base for all functions, and effectively managing the product pricing database. The Purchasing Manager manages the local Division purchasing efforts while partnering with the Corporate / Regional Estimating department on implementing solutions to minimize future spending. This position may have direct reports, such as Purchase Coordinators reporting to them.

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Active member of the division operations team and key liaison between the corporate purchasing / estimating team and division on all procurement activities
  • Develop strategic relationships with regional suppliers / vendors. Ensure that the Division is partnered with suppliers who can fulfill the current and forecasted volume of homes with high quality and competitively priced materials. Analyze current partnership agreements to improve pricing, terms and incentives.
  • Ensure all Trade Partner Agreements are current, and include, but are not limited to : competitive pricing, price locks, incentives (such as model discounts), marketing materials, training, and rebate programs.
  • Research and analyze alternative suppliers / distributors product offerings for potential improvement to current agreements.
  • Develop strategic relationships with statewide vendors. Analyze and improve current pricing in place.
  • Identify, evaluate and partner with new vendors to achieve Division growth objectives.
  • Measure trade partner performance, track and counsel as needed.
  • Partner with Estimating to ensure cost codes are accurate and best utilized to efficiently manage supplier / labor contracts
  • Partner with Architecture on any value engineering opportunities or plan corrections needed to ensure mistakes are addressed and corrected real time
  • Develop and maintain a listing of Phase Building Specifications. Communicate the specifications and requirements to trade base, and ensure they are included in all contracts.
  • Manage quarterly and annual Rebate Program filings. Ensure payments are made in full, and in a timely manner to Maronda Homes.
  • Create processes and purchasing guidelines for Division Level Purchasing Coordinators; train to properly source local subcontractors, bid with multiple companies, evaluate bids, negotiate complete and competitive pricing, and award communities. Ensure compliance through regular on-site visits and phone / Google meetings.
  • Mentor, Manage and Train Purchase Coordinators
  • Collaborate with the Corporate Purchasing to ensure that Divisional specifications meet Corporate standards
  • Partner with Production team to ensure Divisional specific requirements are met to fulfill required cycle times
  • Communicate and collaborate with other Purchasing Managers across the Company
  • Oversee construction of the initial homes built in the division
  • Assist with all other tasks and projects as directed by management as it relates to the previously mentioned duties

Required Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Industrial Engineering, or related field experience
  • 2+ years of Purchasing leadership experience
  • Minimum of 2 years of homebuilding experience
  • Skills and Abilities

  • Highly proficient with Microsoft office, including Word, Excel, Suite, etc.
  • Highly proficient with Adobe applications and builder systems
  • Proficient in reading blueprints and job cost accounting
  • Ability to oversee direct reports daily and provide guidance as needed
  • Self-motivated, ability to work productively with little direction or supervision
  • Detail oriented and well organized
  • Strong problem solver, highly competent in making well informed decisions
  • Team oriented with the ability to have face-to-face conversations with co-workers and upper management regularly to collaborate to resolve issues
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle
  • Comply with company policies and procedures
  • EEO Employer

    Company Description

    Humble Beginnings

    Maronda Homes was founded in 1972 by William J Wolf. After years of working in the home building industry, Mr. Wolf ventured out on his own with the goal of building quality new homes that were cost effective. This philosophy allowed individuals that could not usually afford a new home the ability to house their family in a brand new home that would stand the test of time.

    A Family Affair

    Stringing together parts of family names. Mr. Wolf formed the new name for his company "Maronda" with parts of his children's names Marietta, Ronald and Daniel. More than 40 years later Maronda Homes remains a private family-owned and operated business, building new homes in Florida, Pennsylvania,Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky and Georgia.

    Philanthropy

    Our commitment to the community extends beyond our product as Maronda Homes has long recognized the importance of giving back. The Maronda Foundation, established by our founder William Wolf, strives to provide educational opportunities, scholarship programs, civic inspiration to local communities, youth programs and spiritual organizations. Goodwill towards all has always been - and will continue to be - a cornerstone of our culture since our founding.

    Commitment to Quality

    Maronda Homes has been a family-owned and operated business for over four decades and in that time we have dedicated ourselves to building quality new homes at an affordable price, with unparalleled attention to customer service.

    We are continuously striving to improve the home building process by modernizing floor plans and evolving homes designs with affordable luxury reaching every corner of our new homes. At Maronda Homes, we believe that quality is never a destination - it is a requirement.

    Company Description

    Humble Beginnings\r\nMaronda Homes was founded in 1972 by William J Wolf. After years of working in the home building industry, Mr. Wolf ventured out on his own with the goal of building quality new homes that were cost effective. This philosophy allowed individuals that could not usually afford a new home the ability to house their family in a brand new home that would stand the test of time.\r\n\r\n A Family Affair\r\nStringing together parts of family names. Mr. Wolf formed the new name for his company "Maronda" with parts of his children's names Marietta, Ronald and Daniel. More than 40 years later Maronda Homes remains a private family-owned and operated business, building new homes in Florida, Pennsylvania,Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, Ohio, Kentucky and Georgia.\r\n\r\n Philanthropy\r\nOur commitment to the community extends beyond our product as Maronda Homes has long recognized the importance of giving back. The Maronda Foundation, established by our founder William Wolf, strives to provide educational opportunities, scholarship programs, civic inspiration to local communities, youth programs and spiritual organizations. Goodwill towards all has always been - and will continue to be - a cornerstone of our culture since our founding.\r\n\r\nCommitment to Quality\r\nMaronda Homes has been a family-owned and operated business for over four decades and in that time we have dedicated ourselves to building quality new homes at an affordable price, with unparalleled attention to customer service.\r\n\r\nWe are continuously striving to improve the home building process by modernizing floor plans and evolving homes designs with affordable luxury reaching every corner of our new homes. At Maronda Homes, we believe that quality is never a destination - it is a requirement.

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