Research Council
Director of Purchasing
Research Council, Scottsdale, Arizona, us, 85261
Assist in product development to suggest floor plans, which work with project proformasCreate performas for new communities for review by Corporate & Division PresidentKeep up to date with competitors’ products and prepare product specifications for each new projectBuild options to keep DFH homes competitive in all communities operating inCoordinate with architects, consultants and engineers in regards to plan status, plan submittals, and document changesCompile bid packagesBid out on-sites and exterior work on models to approved trade partnersFind qualified trade partners who can provide cost effective construction and qualityPrepare on‑site, budgetsNegotiate contracts with trade partners and approve all extrasWrite general, specific and inclusive scope of works depending on work to be accomplishedCoordinate with VP and/or Directors of Construction, Customer Care and construction managers on evaluation of trade partnersCoordinate and update the 'Work Authorization' logs for each projectCoordinate and cooperate with Director of Supply Chain Management and regional purchasing effortsCoordinate and assist the Construction Manager with all plan changesCoordinate the Options Department. Supervise preparation, pricing and distribution of all optionsOrient all sales personnel on each new project with regard to specifications, options, quality of materials and competition’s specificationsAssist Forward Planning and Land Acquisition with feasibilities by supplying cost information for studies if requiredUpdate approved bid listsWork closely with architect to develop cost effective saleable productImplement new workflows to improve efficiency between construction/ purchasing & sales/ purchasingCorrect takeoffs and break up turnkey trades to reduce costsPerform all other duties as assignedESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Assist in product development to suggest floor plans, which work with project proformasCreate performas for new communities for review by Corporate & Division PresidentKeep up to date with competitors’ products and prepare product specifications for each new projectBuild options to keep DFH homes competitive in all communities operating inCoordinate with architects, consultants and engineers in regards to plan status, plan submittals, and document changesCompile bid packagesBid out on-sites and exterior work on models to approved trade partnersFind qualified trade partners who can provide cost effective construction and qualityPrepare on‑site, budgetsNegotiate contracts with trade partners and approve all extrasWrite general, specific and inclusive scope of works depending on work to be accomplishedCoordinate with VP and/or Directors of Construction, Customer Care and construction managers on evaluation of trade partnersCoordinate and update the 'Work Authorization' logs for each projectCoordinate and cooperate with Director of Supply Chain Management and regional purchasing effortsCoordinate and assist the Construction Manager with all plan changesCoordinate the Options Department. Supervise preparation, pricing and distribution of all optionsObtain jobsite specificationsOrient all sales personnel on each new project with regard to specifications, options, quality of materials and competition’s specificationsAssist Forward Planning and Land Acquisition with feasibilities by supplying cost information for studies if requiredUpdate approved bid listsWork closely with architect to develop cost effective saleable productUpdate all budgets monthlyImplement new workflows to improve efficiency between construction/ purchasing & sales/ purchasingCorrect takeoffs and break up turnkey trades to reduce costsPerform all other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGEBachelor’s degree in a business-related fieldSeven (7) years minimum experience as purchasing manager or agentHigh degree of construction knowledge: including multi-familyExceptional communication skills – both written and verbalComfortable presenting ideas and solutions to leadership and key business partnersStrong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task while meeting various deadlinesStrong organizational skills and time management skillsAbility to establish and maintain strong relationshipsProficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and WordValid Driver’s License
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment is representative of an office/field settingThe noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderateReasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Vision abilities required by the job are close vision. The employee is often required to sit and use their
hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate office equipment such as a computer, copier, and office supplies.
In addition, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with their arms and hands, and to stoop, kneel or crouch. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.
Note:
This document describes the minimum, essential duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, effort, and working conditions of the position. It in no way implies that these are the only functions to be performed by the incumbent. Workers are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any job-related functions requested by a supervisor or manager. Successful performance requires that the incumbent possess and utilize the abilities and skills described. All functions are subject to reasonable modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some functions may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others.Equal Opportunity Employer Apply#J-18808-Ljbffr
Assist in product development to suggest floor plans, which work with project proformasCreate performas for new communities for review by Corporate & Division PresidentKeep up to date with competitors’ products and prepare product specifications for each new projectBuild options to keep DFH homes competitive in all communities operating inCoordinate with architects, consultants and engineers in regards to plan status, plan submittals, and document changesCompile bid packagesBid out on-sites and exterior work on models to approved trade partnersFind qualified trade partners who can provide cost effective construction and qualityPrepare on‑site, budgetsNegotiate contracts with trade partners and approve all extrasWrite general, specific and inclusive scope of works depending on work to be accomplishedCoordinate with VP and/or Directors of Construction, Customer Care and construction managers on evaluation of trade partnersCoordinate and update the 'Work Authorization' logs for each projectCoordinate and cooperate with Director of Supply Chain Management and regional purchasing effortsCoordinate and assist the Construction Manager with all plan changesCoordinate the Options Department. Supervise preparation, pricing and distribution of all optionsObtain jobsite specificationsOrient all sales personnel on each new project with regard to specifications, options, quality of materials and competition’s specificationsAssist Forward Planning and Land Acquisition with feasibilities by supplying cost information for studies if requiredUpdate approved bid listsWork closely with architect to develop cost effective saleable productUpdate all budgets monthlyImplement new workflows to improve efficiency between construction/ purchasing & sales/ purchasingCorrect takeoffs and break up turnkey trades to reduce costsPerform all other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGEBachelor’s degree in a business-related fieldSeven (7) years minimum experience as purchasing manager or agentHigh degree of construction knowledge: including multi-familyExceptional communication skills – both written and verbalComfortable presenting ideas and solutions to leadership and key business partnersStrong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task while meeting various deadlinesStrong organizational skills and time management skillsAbility to establish and maintain strong relationshipsProficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and WordValid Driver’s License
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment is representative of an office/field settingThe noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderateReasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Vision abilities required by the job are close vision. The employee is often required to sit and use their
hands and fingers to handle, feel, and operate office equipment such as a computer, copier, and office supplies.
In addition, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with their arms and hands, and to stoop, kneel or crouch. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.
Note:
This document describes the minimum, essential duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, effort, and working conditions of the position. It in no way implies that these are the only functions to be performed by the incumbent. Workers are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any job-related functions requested by a supervisor or manager. Successful performance requires that the incumbent possess and utilize the abilities and skills described. All functions are subject to reasonable modification to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some functions may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or others.Equal Opportunity Employer Apply#J-18808-Ljbffr