Experience a more Livable Lifestyle. At Epcon Communities, our mission is to build homes, neighborhoods, and lifestyles that provide one remarkable experience. We have delivered on that promise since 1986 by integrating smart, innovative designs with the most desirable of modern amenities. Today, more than 30,000 families and individuals call an Epcon community “home,” which makes Epcon one of the top lifestyle-rich home developers in the country year after year.

Your Next Opportunity

We are currently seeking a full-time Director, Purchasing. This person will be responsible for overseeing the purchasing for the region including vertical construction costing & estimating, managing entire bid process, field/trade communications, and ensuring quality standards are met throughout the life of each new community built.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• Distributing, receiving, reviewing, and comparing completed bid documents for all vertical construction trades.
• Executing and maintaining of construction contracts for all vertical construction trades.
• Maintaining current trade partner accounts and the ongoing search for potential new vendors.
• Ongoing search for potential cost savings and improved processes involved in entire construction process.
• Projecting accurate budgets and timelines for all vertical construction trades.
• Serving as single point of contact within the Purchasing Department for Construction, Sales, and trade partners for ongoing construction projects within the market.
• Leading the efforts in educating internal and external customers on all products and processes involved in vertical construction.

Requirements of the Purchasing Manager

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Business, I/T, or related discipline.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of work experience in the Construction Industry with experience using builder software; MarkSystems preferred.
• Ability to communicate and negotiate effectively.
• Proficient with Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills

Compensation & Benefits

Epcon Communities offers a competitive base salary plus bonus program providing a generous reward for achieving quality, build time, production team metrics and closing goals. The benefit’s package includes:

• Health benefits including medical, dental, & vision coverage
• Company provided short- and long-term disability coverage and life insurance
• 401(k) Plan with company match
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays and sick

Epcon Communities Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.