Director of Purchasing

Overview

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

At MDC Holdings, Inc./Richmond American Homes, we encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us. We’re proud to be one of the most established homebuilders in the industry, with over 45 years of experience and 250,000+ homes to our credit.

We also take great pride in being a member of Sekisui House, a global leader in homebuilding. This impressive, 60+ year old company has built over 2.6 million new homes designed to reflect and adapt to the changing needs of today's homebuyers. Drawing on Sekisui House's unparalleled history and superior service, we commit ourselves to a future where people around the world can live joyful lives in homes that are safe, secure, stylish and comfortable. 

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified Director of Purchasing to join our Jacksonville Division. In this position you will play a key role in the company’s Purchasing functions and assist in organizing and awarding supplier contracts. Additionally, you will work with subcontractors and suppliers on purchasing materials and maintaining accurate contracts. 

Responsibilities

• Manages vendor and price change processes
• Resolves supplier quality, availability, or other operational issues
• Negotiates and awards contracts
• Works with construction to ensure proper execution
• Develops new products and vendors
• Supervises Purchasing Department
• Determines final specifications and options for a project

Requirements

Experience in Homebuilding or Construction related Purchasing is desired but other relevant industries may be transferable. A college degree in Business and a demonstrated track record of managing budgets and vendor relationships in the $10 million to $50 million range is preferred.

Must be self-driven with a strong ability to motivate, delegate and multi-task assignments, with emphasis on establishing and enforcing high standards. Must have ability to analyze many variables and make decisive decisions. Emphasis on analytics and statistical data should drive decision-making, as well as an insistence on uniformity of processes and procedures.

Benefits & Perks

While we value hard work, we also recognize the importance of having fun! Our employees enjoy a collaborative environment where they can freely bounce ideas off one another and participate in exciting teambuilding activities and outings, like trips to the ballpark, holiday celebrations, regular office socials and much more.

• Positive, collaborative team culture
• Competitive compensation structure
• Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP
• Time Off benefits include: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, and Military leave
• Discounted pet insurance
• Home purchase discounts & more!

Compensation

• Base Salary: $120,000-$150,000
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Bonus Type: Year-end Discretionary

*All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates. Not all benefits apply to commissioned sales people.

If you are ready for more than a job and seek a career with one of the most respected organizations in a top industry then we want to hear from you. Please also visit our website at www.richmondamerican.com for more information and to apply.

MDC Holdings, Inc. / Richmond American Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-TH1 #LI-ONSITE