Director of Purchasing

David Weekley Homes

$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in purchasing, supply chain, or construction management leadership
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field
  • Proven success with cost control and vendor management
  • Strong skills in negotiation, communication, and organization
  • Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop Division Purchasing and Design Center Teams
  • Oversee budgets, proformas, and feasibility studies for land acquisition
  • Direct bidding, cost analysis, and negotiate with vendors
  • Build relationships with Preferred Partners for timely material delivery
  • Collaborate on sourcing strategies and product offerings
  • Partner with operations to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Monitor financial forecasting and costs for all communities

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401k with an 8% discretionary match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Profit Sharing
  • Generous vacation, holiday, and PTO policy
  • Home discounts for employees and families
  • College scholarship program
  • Community outreach opportunities
  • Sabbaticals and more
Full Job Description
Job Description

David Weekley Homes is seeking an accomplished and strategic Director of Purchasing to lead our Indianapolis Division Purchasing and Design Center Teams. This high-impact role is central to delivering exceptional homes on time, on budget, and at the highest quality.

The ideal candidate will combine operational expertise, leadership excellence, and a deep understanding of construction purchasing to drive cost efficiency, strengthen vendor partnerships, and enhance our competitive position in the market. Collaboration with Regional and National Teams will be key to achieving consistent, scalable results that support David Weekley Homes' growth and success.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Lead, hire, and develop Division Purchasing and Design Center Teams while promoting growth and engagement
  • Oversee hard cost budgets, proformas, and feasibility studies to support land acquisition and community development
  • Direct bidding, cost analysis, and vendor negotiations to maintain a competitive market position
  • Build and manage relationships with Preferred Partners to ensure capacity, quality, and timely delivery of labor and materials.
  • Collaborate with Regional and National Teams on sourcing strategies, scopes of work, and product offerings
  • Partner with Division Operations and Design Center Teams to ensure quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction
  • Provide financial oversight, including forecasting, accruals, and cost monitoring for all communities


Qualifications
  • Three or more years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or construction management leadership
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field
  • Proven success in cost control, vendor management, and process improvement
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated leadership ability to build high-performing teams and foster accountability


Additional Information

What We Offer:

Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" 20 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America.

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:
  • Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401k and discretionary 8% match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan
  • Profit Sharing
  • Vacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTO
  • New Home Discount for Team Member and Family
  • College Scholarship Program
  • Community Outreach
  • Sabbaticals
  • And more!

Note to Job Seekers: No telephone calls or walk-ins please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match, or if further information is needed.

More Jobs at David Weekley Homes

More Real Estate & Construction Jobs

Find similar Director of Purchasing jobs: