Vice President of Procurement

Center Park Homes•Mount Pleasant, SC

About The Position

Center Park Group, LLC is a home building company operating in the Carolinas. Our team combined has over 40 years of experience in the home building industry. Through our experience and resources, we have been fortunate to establish a close-knit, well-rounded team of individuals with ambitious goals and an eagerness to grow the company. We are pleased to announce that we are growing our team by adding a Vice President of Procurement to our Charleston office. Essential Functions: Oversee all procurement operations for the entire company – Charleston, Charlotte, Raleigh, Greenville, Atlanta and MB/Wilmington markets. Develop and execute purchasing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and delivery schedules. Negotiate and implement national pricing programs with key suppliers & manufacturers Collaborate closely with CEO, COO, CFO and VP of Preconstruction to align procurement with company goals and client needs. Work alongside CFO to compile pricing/bid packages for client RFP’s. Foster strong, long-term vendor relationships to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability. Lead RFP process and provide detailed cost analysis comparing RFP results to the project budget. Develop processes to reduce VPO occurrences and improve budget adherence. Monitor industry trends and proactively recommend alternatives to mitigate disruptions and reduce cost. Mentor junior procurement staff, providing guidance on best practices and career development. Supervisory Responsibilities: Responsible for all members of the Procurement Team Physical Demands: Ability to work in an office environment and travel periodically to job sites or client/project locations. Travel Periodic travel to job sites, vendor meetings and client/project locations

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of experience in the residential construction industry, with demonstrated expertise in procurement processes
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Expertise in purchasing or construction management software
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including strong negotiation and presentation abilities.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with vendors, internal teams, and stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
Deep understanding of residential construction practices, materials, and supply chain processes.
Proven leadership and mentorship skills, with the ability to train and develop team members.
Valid Driver's License required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee all procurement operations for the entire company – Charleston, Charlotte, Raleigh, Greenville, Atlanta and MB/Wilmington markets.
Develop and execute purchasing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and delivery schedules.
Negotiate and implement national pricing programs with key suppliers & manufacturers
Collaborate closely with CEO, COO, CFO and VP of Preconstruction to align procurement with company goals and client needs.
Work alongside CFO to compile pricing/bid packages for client RFP’s.
Foster strong, long-term vendor relationships to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and reliability.
Lead RFP process and provide detailed cost analysis comparing RFP results to the project budget.
Develop processes to reduce VPO occurrences and improve budget adherence.
Monitor industry trends and proactively recommend alternatives to mitigate disruptions and reduce cost.
Mentor junior procurement staff, providing guidance on best practices and career development.
Responsible for all members of the Procurement Team