The right professional will soon have the opportunity to lead a division procurement team in Dallas for one of the largest homebuilding companies in the country. This is an organization highly regarded for its focus on diversity and employee talent development. Offering a strong track record of growth and profitability, it also upholds a reputation for customer service and the treatment of its trade partners. Its Dallas operations have expanded substantially in recent years, and this executive will assume responsibility for high-volume community, plan and trade-base management. Production and trade-capability assessments to ensure this division meets production goals will be a core responsibility.
The director of procurement is responsible for the feasibility process of new communities and will help develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies. The new Dallas director will help maximize ROIC from existing assets through aggressive contract negotiations, quality house-cost management and annual department budget planning. In addition, talent development and employee engagement activities will be an essential part of this professional’s daily focus. Duties will also entail trade partner selection, as well as standard feature and option management, working with sales and construction staff to ensure effective implementation in the field.
Candidates should bring a relevant bachelor’s degree, along with seven to 10 years of experience in procurement, purchasing or sourcing. With oversight of 10 to 12 procurement and sourcing employees, that experience should include three to five years in management and an enjoyment of mentoring, coaching and developing. The new procurement director 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.
Christopher Frederick Search Consultants, a trusted national executive search firm, has been retained to help this respected name in homebuilding find the next member of its procurement leadership in Texas. If you feel your talent and experience would make a good fit, contact firm principal Chris Hingle at (713) 961-5582, email him at chingle@chrisfred.com or visit www.chrisfred.com.