Director of Purchasing

Our client is a California-based, high-growth homebuilder backed by a women-founded global real estate investment and asset management powerhouse. Founded in 2022, they are currently managing $420M+ in AUM with 820+ projects actively in operation. What sets them apart from traditional builders is their rare, fully vertically integrated model—uniting everything from land acquisition, design, procurement, and construction to post-purchase financing under one roof, which creates a closed-loop ecosystem that captures superior margins. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute company-wide purchasing strategies to support multiple projects and product types Establish standardized material packages, base specifications, and preferred product selections Lead negotiation of master supply agreements (MSAs), volume pricing, and long-term pricing locks Identify value-engineering and alternate material options while maintaining design intent and quality Monitor market pricing trends, supply chain risks, and material availabilityBuild and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, distributors, and key suppliers Manage approved vendor lists (AVL) and supplier performance standards Evaluate vendors based on pricing, lead time, reliability, quality, and service Resolve major procurement issues, shortages, and delivery risks in coordination with project teams C. Project & Cross-Functional Support Coordinate with Development, Design, Construction Management, and Finance teams to align procurement with project milestones Support project budgeting and bid-phase pricing validation Enforce procurement discipline following design freeze and approved specifications Assist in managing material-related change impacts from a cost and schedule perspective D. Process, Systems & Controls Establish and maintain purchasing policies, approval workflows, and authorization limits Implement and optimize procurement tracking within ERP/accounting systems (e.g., Sage) Standardize material naming, cost codes, and reporting structures Track procurement KPIs including cost savings, on-time delivery, and pricing variance Lead and develop the purchasing team, including buyers and purchasing managers Define clear roles, performance metrics, and accountability Promote cross-project coordination to reduce redundancy and improve buying leverage. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Supply Chain, or a related field Homebuilding experience required Minimum of 8 years of purchasing or procurement experience within residential development or builder-focused construction environments Proven experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing large material budgets Strong understanding of residential construction materials and Bay Area supply markets Experience working in a developer-builder or owner‑rep environment preferred Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems (Sage experience a plus) Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills #J-18808-Ljbffr FlyHigh Group, Inc.