Toll Brothers

Purchasing Manager

Toll Brothers • $85K — $110K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Business Administration, Construction Management, or Supply Chain Management; or extensive industry experience
  • 5+ years in contracting/negotiating building materials pricing
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; ability to learn E1
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Hands-on residential construction experience preferred
  • Knowledge of Energy Star and Green Building concepts is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Community Planning on specifications and budgets for new projects
  • Bid, negotiate, and finalize contracts with trade partners
  • Maintain and update contracts and scopes of work
  • Partner with Architecture for compliance with national standards
  • Analyze spending data to optimize cost savings
  • Facilitate relationships with trade partners and measure their performance
  • Conduct financial impact analysis of contracts and trade partners

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Discounted stock purchase program
  • Discounts on mortgages, homes, and appliances
  • Flexible in-office work schedule
Full Job Description
Overview

Toll Brothers, America's Leading Luxury Home Builder, is seeking a Purchasing Manager for our division office in Austin, Texas.

What is the opportunity?

The Sr. Purchasing Manager is responsible for contracting trade partners for labor and material items for each cost code they manage. In this capacity, the individual will work with local trade partners, national/regional suppliers, and distributors to continuously find opportunities for negotiating cost savings for their trade
categories. This role will partner with Operations to ensure proper trade partners are bid, negotiated, and awarded. This role will also serve as a resource of the National Purchasing team, supporting company cost savings initiatives.

What are the role's primary responsibilities?
  • Budgeting/Contracting of trade categories in the Division
    • Collaborate with Community Planning to develop community specifications and trade budgets for new land deals and new community openings
    • Bid, negotiate, and approve trade partner contracts in partnership with division Operations leaders
    • Manage contract maintenance and scopes of work updates for their trade assignments
    • Partner with Community Planning, Architecture, and other functions to ensure new plan development is looked at through the lens of value engineering and SKU optimization
    • Partner with Architecture to ensure national guidance is adhered to for room and option naming
    • Recommend strategic sourcing strategies to lower total cost of ownership
    • Apply national strategies to local market, unbundling labor and material pricing, where applicable
  • Oversee the model home rebate collection process
  • Conduct industry benchmarking studies
  • Analytics/Process Improvement
    • Perform financial analysis of the impact of new and existing contracts
    • Determine the financial health of trade partners, notify others of potential problems
    • Analyze total spend by trade category, supplier, community, etc. to identify opportunities to leverage spending for greater savings
  • Product optimization, SKU demand planning
    • Determine optimum product specifications and ensure there is alignment with national and regional agreements
    • Optimize overall SKU availability in order to reduce cost, administrative burden and increase procurement accuracy
    • Develop an understanding of trade partners' cost drivers
  • Trade Partner Relationship Management
    • Facilitate a collaborative environment with trade partners, local distributors and manufacturers
    • Measure trade partner performance, track and counsel
    • Act as an intermediary with trade partners and Operations personnel to maintain quality standards of production and cost effectiveness


This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected Fortune 500 companies!

Qualifications

Does this describe you?
  • Organizes and articulates ideas clearly and concisely
  • Creative problem-solver
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Capable of forward thinking to the benefit of the organization.
  • Ability to analyze information; identifying discrepancies and inconsistencies
  • Specific knowledge and a complete technical understanding of assigned product categories
  • Able to utilize department specific technologies to solve business challenges
  • Demonstrated ability to monitor progress and make changes as required
  • Able to plan and prioritize while focusing on detail orientation and effective time management
  • Collaborative and able to work with trade partners and employees across multiple departments

Do you have these qualifications?
  • Essential:
    • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Construction Management or Supply Chain Management (or extensive experience in the residential homebuilding industry)
    • Minimum 5 years of experience in contracting and negotiating pricing of building materials or some experience in the residential building sector
    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, specifically Excel, and aptitude to learn new software programs (E1)
    • Work in office 3-days per week. Additional in office days may vary per Division/Department
  • Preferred:
    • Hands-on residential construction experience
    • Supply Chain certification
    • Experience with EnterpriseOne (E1) and BuildPro software
    • Experience with Energy Star requirements, Green Building concepts, sustainability, etc.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including comprehensive medical/dental, 401(k) with a company match, discounted stock purchase, discounts on mortgages, homes, appliances, and much more!

Come and see why Toll Brothers has been attracting and retaining some of the best professionals in the industry!

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About Toll Brothers

Toll Brothers create and sell construction homes. Their residential communities provide traditional residences and active living communities. Their online sales consultants assist in your home search, about the community, and schedule a virtual appointment.

Toll Brothers Careers

Join the esteemed team at Toll Brothers, America's leading builder of luxury homes, and be part of a company known for its unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. At Toll Brothers, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a pathway to a fulfilling career in the homebuilding industry, enriched with diversity training and leadership development.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with Toll Brothers and contribute to our mission of crafting dream homes across the nation. Our team benefits from a culture that values innovation, growth, and professional excellence. Whether you're looking to advance in construction management, design, sales, or customer service, Toll Brothers offers a variety of positions that could match your skills and ambitions.

Innovative Work

At Toll Brothers, innovation is at the core of everything we do. Join our team and leverage cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices to redefine luxury living. With projects that span across the country, your work at Toll Brothers will not only challenge you professionally but also contribute to shaping the future of American housing.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and dynamic work environment. The culture at Toll Brothers encourages teamwork, leadership, and continuous learning through professional development and mentorship programs. By joining our team, you'll collaborate with industry experts and gain invaluable networking opportunities that foster career growth and personal development.

Future-Proof Your Career

Toll Brothers is dedicated to the growth and development of its employees. We offer robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are well-equipped to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow. With Toll Brothers, your career is in your hands, and the opportunities for advancement are abundant.

Explore Job Opportunities and Internships

Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking to elevate your career or a recent graduate looking for an internship, Toll Brothers has opportunities that can lead to rewarding employment. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract individuals who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel in their respective fields.

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Learn more about Toll Brothers
Size
5,100 employees
Market Cap
$5.7 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$486.2 million
Founded
1967
5 Year Trend
+12.1%
Revenue
$7.3 billion
NASDAQ
TOL
* Ladders Estimates

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