Two opportunities have emerged in Texas that will offer the right building professionals the chance to work for one of the largest homebuilding companies in the country that has seen its value soar in the last year. This is a firm noted for its diversity and employee development. It offers a decades-long track record of growth and profitability in single-family markets across the country. It also builds on a strong reputation for customer service, brand diversification and the treatment of its trade partners.
Houston Division Director of Purchasing
This position takes charge of high-volume community, plan and trade-base management, including contract negotiations, production capability assessments and quality control in a division closing about 1,000 units annually. Activities include house cost management, department budget planning, people development and employee engagement. Duties also entail trade partner selection, standard feature and option management while working with sales and construction staff to ensure effective implementation in the field. This person also will be responsible for the feasibility process of new communities with finance and will help develop and implement purchasing strategies in collaboration with the Texas Area. He or she will also help maximize ROIC from existing assets.
Candidates should bring a relevant bachelor’s degree, along with seven to 10 years of purchasing experience. With potential oversight of eight to 10 people, that experience should include three to five years in management and an enjoyment of mentoring. The division director of purchasing will also have advanced knowledge of contracts, negotiation, budgeting, lean manufacturing, value stream analysis and quantitative assessment. ISCM accreditation is preferred. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills are required. This position is located in Houston.
Texas Area Trade Category Director
The category director coordinates high-volume, complex procurement activities and initiatives for critical goods like lumber, mechanical systems and exterior products while helping to create cost savings through value engineering activities. His or her work will optimize the supply chain, improve trade partner productivity, and provide quality solutions for the Texas divisions. While doing so, the category director will identify opportunities for cost savings, compare costs by trade category and lead field compliance while managing key supplier relationships.
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, construction, business, architecture, engineering or a similar field, and ISCM accreditation is preferred. A minimum of seven years of experience should include two years as a manager. The position requires significant purchasing and supply chain experience, along with working knowledge of income statements, balance sheets and cost structures. The successful candidate will be accountable for creating his or her own business plan, so this job demands someone who is independent and has a strong sense of accountability. The company is also looking for a solid negotiator with a history of strategic thinking. The position is located in Dallas, but candidates who want to remain in Houston, Austin or San Antonio will also be considered.
Christopher Frederick Search Consultants, a trusted national executive search firm, has been retained to find the executives who will help drive this prominent company’s success in the future. If either of these openings speak to your ambition and leadership in purchasing, contact firm principal Chris Hingle at (713) 961-5582, email him at chingle@chrisfred.com or visit www.chrisfred.com.