D.R. Horton
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 at
www.drhorton.com
for more information.
Position: Purchasing Manager D.R. Horton, Inc.
is currently looking for a
Purchasing Manager
. The right candidate will oversee the Purchasing Department and all sourcing for equipment, goods, and services. Responsible for performing strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, seeking the best possible contracts, and finding the most profitable suppliers and vendors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies.
Manage bid processes for architectural plans to subcontractors and vendors.
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
Forecast price and market trends to identify changes in buyer-supplier power.
Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking.
Assess, manage, and mitigate risks.
Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
Determine quantity and timing of deliveries.
Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand.
Create budgets for upcoming projects.
Manage costs of existing projects.
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company.
Supervisory Responsibilities Directly manage two or more employees in the Purchasing Department. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems, in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration.
Five to eight years of related experience and/or training as a Purchasing Manager, Agent, or Officer.
Proven experience with sourcing, negotiation, and vendor management.
Ability to gather and analyze data.
Strong leadership skills and networking capabilities.
Effective presentation skills and ability to respond and draw valid conclusions.
Interest in market dynamics and business acumen.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions, whether written, oral, or via DRH applications.
Proficiency with MS Office and email.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and knowledge in JD Edwards is a plus.
Join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic team players. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
401(K) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick, Personal Time, and Company Holidays
Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeople2
Follow us on social media @hortoncareers
for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up-to-date job listings!
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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 at
www.drhorton.com
for more information.
Position: Purchasing Manager D.R. Horton, Inc.
is currently looking for a
Purchasing Manager
. The right candidate will oversee the Purchasing Department and all sourcing for equipment, goods, and services. Responsible for performing strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, seeking the best possible contracts, and finding the most profitable suppliers and vendors.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop, lead, and execute purchasing strategies.
Manage bid processes for architectural plans to subcontractors and vendors.
Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation.
Forecast price and market trends to identify changes in buyer-supplier power.
Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking.
Assess, manage, and mitigate risks.
Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers.
Determine quantity and timing of deliveries.
Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand.
Create budgets for upcoming projects.
Manage costs of existing projects.
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company.
Supervisory Responsibilities Directly manage two or more employees in the Purchasing Department. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems, in accordance with organizational policies and applicable laws.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, preferably in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Business Administration.
Five to eight years of related experience and/or training as a Purchasing Manager, Agent, or Officer.
Proven experience with sourcing, negotiation, and vendor management.
Ability to gather and analyze data.
Strong leadership skills and networking capabilities.
Effective presentation skills and ability to respond and draw valid conclusions.
Interest in market dynamics and business acumen.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions, whether written, oral, or via DRH applications.
Proficiency with MS Office and email.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience and knowledge in JD Edwards is a plus.
Join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic team players. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance
401(K) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Vacation, Sick, Personal Time, and Company Holidays
Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeople2
Follow us on social media @hortoncareers
for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up-to-date job listings!
Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
#J-18808-Ljbffr