Multifamily-Region Purchasing Manager - Atlanta

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 atwww.drhorton.comfor more information. DHI Communities is a multifamily development division of D.R. Horton, Inc. DHI Communities is currently looking for a _Multifamily-_ _Region Purchasing Manager_ for the DHI Communities Company. 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 region * 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 * Obtain and evaluate bids to ensure quality work at a competitive price * Ensure integrity and intensity throughout bidding, negotiating, and awarding contracts * 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.) * Serve as primary local relationship manager with vendors and subcontractors * Develop purchasing and logistic strategies on a regional level * Identify alternate sourcing opportunities for cost savings and/or quality enhancements * Interact with National Purchasing Director to ensure compliance with all national programs and timely obtain all relevant vendor rebates * Create budgets for upcoming projects * Manage and review costs of existing projects * Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company Supervisory Responsibilities Directly manages two or more employees in the Purchasing Department. 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. **//__ Education and/or Experience * Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university * Three (3) to Five (5) 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 sills 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. #WeBuildPeople2/ Followus on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up to date job listings! #DHICommunities LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram Job: *Construction Organization: *MultiFamily / Communities Title: Multifamily-Region Purchasing Manager - Atlanta Location: GA-Atlanta Requisition ID: 2406145