Director of CBH Internal Trades & Vendor Strategy

CBH Homes•Meridian, ID

About The Position

This role is responsible for ensuring each trade business operates at a high level—delivering speed, quality, and cost efficiency at scale. KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY1. Leadership of Trade Operations Lead and hold accountable the Operations Managers across all internal trade divisions (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Truss, Cabinets, Interior Finishes) Set clear expectations for performance, communication, and results Develop strong leaders who can independently run high-performing operations 2. Accountability & Performance Management Establish and track key performance metrics across all trade divisions (cost, schedule, quality, output) Conduct regular performance reviews with each Operations Manager Address gaps quickly and drive consistent improvement across all teams 3. Operational Excellence & Consistency Ensure each trade division is running efficiently, predictably, and at scale Standardize processes where needed while allowing strong operators to execute Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions that improve speed and quality 4. Cost, Pricing & Financial Oversight Partner with Operations Managers to ensure best-in-class pricing and cost control Review labor, materials, and production costs across all divisions Identify opportunities for savings, efficiencies, and improved margins 5. Scheduling & Production Alignment Ensure all trade divisions are aligned with company starts, build pace, and timelines Eliminate bottlenecks and improve coordination between trades and departments Drive predictable, reliable production across all teams 6. Cross-Department Alignment Work closely with Construction, Purchasing, and Leadership teams Ensure trade operations support company-wide goals and initiatives Remove friction and improve collaboration between departments 7. Vendor & Supplier Strategy Partner with Operations Managers in meetings with key vendors and suppliers Support negotiations, relationships, and performance expectations Ensure material flow, pricing, and partnerships support operational success 8. Communication & Leadership Rhythm Lead consistent weekly meetings with Operations Managers Create clear communication channels and expectations across all trade divisions Maintain visibility into issues, wins, and performance across the business 9. Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement Identify operational issues early and take decisive action Solve problems at the root, not the surface Drive a mindset of continuous improvement across all trade operations

Responsibilities

Lead and hold accountable the Operations Managers across all internal trade divisions (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Truss, Cabinets, Interior Finishes)
Set clear expectations for performance, communication, and results
Develop strong leaders who can independently run high-performing operations
Establish and track key performance metrics across all trade divisions (cost, schedule, quality, output)
Conduct regular performance reviews with each Operations Manager
Address gaps quickly and drive consistent improvement across all teams
Ensure each trade division is running efficiently, predictably, and at scale
Standardize processes where needed while allowing strong operators to execute
Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions that improve speed and quality
Partner with Operations Managers to ensure best-in-class pricing and cost control
Review labor, materials, and production costs across all divisions
Identify opportunities for savings, efficiencies, and improved margins
Ensure all trade divisions are aligned with company starts, build pace, and timelines
Eliminate bottlenecks and improve coordination between trades and departments
Drive predictable, reliable production across all teams
Work closely with Construction, Purchasing, and Leadership teams
Ensure trade operations support company-wide goals and initiatives
Remove friction and improve collaboration between departments
Partner with Operations Managers in meetings with key vendors and suppliers
Support negotiations, relationships, and performance expectations
Ensure material flow, pricing, and partnerships support operational success
Lead consistent weekly meetings with Operations Managers
Create clear communication channels and expectations across all trade divisions
Maintain visibility into issues, wins, and performance across the business
Identify operational issues early and take decisive action
Solve problems at the root, not the surface
Drive a mindset of continuous improvement across all trade operations

Benefits

100% Employer - paid quality Health Care Plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision
Competitive Wages
Quarterly bonus program
Retirement Plans + employer match
Paid Time Off
Annual Growth Reviews

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