Regional Purchasing & Operations Manager

Drees Homes

105d

About The Position

Looking to grow your career at a company that puts its people first? Drees Homes is a family-owned home building company with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we have taken care of our employees and our customers. It's why we rank as the 19th largest privately-owned builder in the country and have a track record of long-tenured employees. We're proud of being named a U.S. Best Managed Company, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, for three years in a row and we've been officially certified as a Great Place to Work in 2023, 2024 and 2025. Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability and success. Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees has operations in eleven metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati and Cleveland, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, DC.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field required.
• 10+ years in residential homebuilding and 7+ years of experience in purchasing manager role or above ideal.
• Strong technical skills, including experience with costing systems, centralized accounting, and PO systems (JD Edwards experience is a plus).
• Proven track record in cost control, cost reduction, and compliance monitoring in a homebuilding environment.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, with a strategic approach to improving operational efficiency.
• Self-motivated, assertive, and results-oriented, with a high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Understanding the importance of teamwork and the power of networking.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in project management principles, including Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
• Experience with national and/or regional purchase contracts preferred.
• Experience with builder accounting and scheduling systems along with advanced excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional and divisional purchasing activities to secure optimal pricing and terms for materials, labor, and services.
• Actively participate in national and regional contract negotiations.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs through supply chain improvements, alternative agreements, and innovative materials or processes.
• Collaborate with the National Purchasing & Operations Manager to award national purchase agreements that benefit the region.
• Ensure each division maintains strict cost control and actively works to reduce costs and increase margins.
• Perform cross-divisional and cross-plan cost comparisons to identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee compliance with estimating and pricing methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of estimates and pricing for new plans to market.
• Maintain involvement in computer operations related to estimating and job costing, ensuring policy compliance.
• Maintain a high level of involvement in each division's operations, ensuring administrative systems contribute to profitability.
• Act as a liaison between divisions, departments, and corporate staff, assisting in the achievement of short- and long-term company goals.
• Monitor division activities to ensure alignment with Drees standards, policies, and procedures, recommending changes where necessary.
• Oversee vendor payment processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and budget compliance, and work to minimize FPO-related expenses.
• Provide training and support to division staff, including Operations Managers, Estimators, and Design Consultants, to ensure consistency and operational excellence.
• Conduct quarterly visits to regional divisions to foster strong relationships and resolve operational issues.
• Review and maintain administrative operating procedures, recommending improvements to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Review, manage and approve trade partner agreements.
• Work collaboratively with division, regional, and corporate teams to ensure that Drees consistently delivers exceptional products, services, and a superior homebuyer experience.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned by the Regional President - Southeast Region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth within a supportive and dynamic work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree