Brock Built
Director of Purchasing - Construction
Brock Built, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Resumes from 3rd party recruiters will not be considered.
Only candidates with experience from within the Construction industry will be considered. MUST HAVE Constellation HB Systems/New Star Enterprise/Sales Express and Build Pro experience.
Overview
Brock Built Homes is seeking an experienced Director of Purchasing who will develop purchasing strategies and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers. They will also coordinate with internal teams regarding their needs, and lead and direct the work of the Purchasing Team including hiring, training, and supervising. Administer the bidding process and contracts including the creation of specifications. The ideal candidate will continually improve purchasing methods and processes and respond to inquiries by providing information, direction, and appropriate referrals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Recruit, hire, evaluate, train, develop and retain productive and highly engaged Purchasing Department team members. Develop positive, teamwork, and achievement-oriented work culture within Purchasing Team and between departments.
Engage in product development and value engineering meetings to ensure cost-effective standard and upgrade options are selected by community and are continually evaluated for improvements. Keep up with industry trends and research new ideas while being mindful of the end user - the homebuyer.
Work collaboratively with Operations team members regarding community standards and option issues that arise. Interface with Project Managers, civil engineers, architects, structural engineers and mechanical engineers, and energy consultants on product development and innovation with a strong understanding of building science and proper design for structural integrity and strong weather envelope assemblies.
Understand and coach team members about Purchasing and Construction best practices, as well as how to read and evaluate blueprints, and building codes to ensure proper contracting of trades.
Follow Brock Built Homes company expectations and policies on bidding processes, trade partner selection, business partner relations and cooperative contracts with Brock Built Homes. Ensure understanding and compliance with Brock Built Homes company policies and internal control procedures.
Oversee, manage, and timely participate in bidding process per timelines established by Senior Management and provide thorough evaluations and comparison of all bids. Negotiate and resolve contract changes, issues, and price change requests, including effective and good-through dates. Communicate product and pricing changes to Construction, Sales, Customer Service, Design Studio, and other team members as appropriate.
Establish service level requirements, performance, and quality evaluation criteria for building products, trade partners, Vendors, and material suppliers. Evaluate and implement best practices to gain efficiency and accuracy and champion new, innovative products and processes for consideration and implementation.
Establish budgets through accurate and detailed estimating of construction plans and drawings. Accurately interpret architectural plans for options and engage in the review of all new plans prior to bidding. Manage budget revisions for all plan changes (Frame walks, specification changes, field redlines, added options, etc.)
Help enhance option and revenue opportunities through proper execution and education with the Design Studio and Operation team members utilizing financial and capture rate metrics.
Create, compile, and maintain an organized and accurate cost database.
Continually update budgets to reflect current costs through regular reporting. Ensure accuracy of Purchase Orders before submitted to the Accounting Department for payment.
Manage all aspects of Brock Built Homes purchasing databases including New Star, Sales Express, and Build Pro. Develop multiple New Star Power Users who are also responsible for New Star Grids and Coding Protocol as well as New Star administration.
Qualifications
5+ years of relevant leadership experience in the homebuilding industry.
Proficient in Constellation HB Systems/New Star Enterprise/Sales Express and Build Pro.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Effective communication skills (Written & Verbal).
Ability to succeed in a team environment.
Customer service oriented.
Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently.
Excellent organization skills.
Ability to generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance.
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Only candidates with experience from within the Construction industry will be considered. MUST HAVE Constellation HB Systems/New Star Enterprise/Sales Express and Build Pro experience.
Overview
Brock Built Homes is seeking an experienced Director of Purchasing who will develop purchasing strategies and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers. They will also coordinate with internal teams regarding their needs, and lead and direct the work of the Purchasing Team including hiring, training, and supervising. Administer the bidding process and contracts including the creation of specifications. The ideal candidate will continually improve purchasing methods and processes and respond to inquiries by providing information, direction, and appropriate referrals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Recruit, hire, evaluate, train, develop and retain productive and highly engaged Purchasing Department team members. Develop positive, teamwork, and achievement-oriented work culture within Purchasing Team and between departments.
Engage in product development and value engineering meetings to ensure cost-effective standard and upgrade options are selected by community and are continually evaluated for improvements. Keep up with industry trends and research new ideas while being mindful of the end user - the homebuyer.
Work collaboratively with Operations team members regarding community standards and option issues that arise. Interface with Project Managers, civil engineers, architects, structural engineers and mechanical engineers, and energy consultants on product development and innovation with a strong understanding of building science and proper design for structural integrity and strong weather envelope assemblies.
Understand and coach team members about Purchasing and Construction best practices, as well as how to read and evaluate blueprints, and building codes to ensure proper contracting of trades.
Follow Brock Built Homes company expectations and policies on bidding processes, trade partner selection, business partner relations and cooperative contracts with Brock Built Homes. Ensure understanding and compliance with Brock Built Homes company policies and internal control procedures.
Oversee, manage, and timely participate in bidding process per timelines established by Senior Management and provide thorough evaluations and comparison of all bids. Negotiate and resolve contract changes, issues, and price change requests, including effective and good-through dates. Communicate product and pricing changes to Construction, Sales, Customer Service, Design Studio, and other team members as appropriate.
Establish service level requirements, performance, and quality evaluation criteria for building products, trade partners, Vendors, and material suppliers. Evaluate and implement best practices to gain efficiency and accuracy and champion new, innovative products and processes for consideration and implementation.
Establish budgets through accurate and detailed estimating of construction plans and drawings. Accurately interpret architectural plans for options and engage in the review of all new plans prior to bidding. Manage budget revisions for all plan changes (Frame walks, specification changes, field redlines, added options, etc.)
Help enhance option and revenue opportunities through proper execution and education with the Design Studio and Operation team members utilizing financial and capture rate metrics.
Create, compile, and maintain an organized and accurate cost database.
Continually update budgets to reflect current costs through regular reporting. Ensure accuracy of Purchase Orders before submitted to the Accounting Department for payment.
Manage all aspects of Brock Built Homes purchasing databases including New Star, Sales Express, and Build Pro. Develop multiple New Star Power Users who are also responsible for New Star Grids and Coding Protocol as well as New Star administration.
Qualifications
5+ years of relevant leadership experience in the homebuilding industry.
Proficient in Constellation HB Systems/New Star Enterprise/Sales Express and Build Pro.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Effective communication skills (Written & Verbal).
Ability to succeed in a team environment.
Customer service oriented.
Ability to adapt quickly and learn new tasks independently.
Excellent organization skills.
Ability to generate bold, creative ideas to improve performance.
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