*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information. *D.R. Horton, Inc.* is currently seeking a *_Purchasing Manager_*to lead our purchasing department and oversee all equipment, goods, and service sourcing activities. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end procurement, securing competitive contracts, and ensuring we partner with reliable, high value suppliers. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies * Manage bid process for architectural plans to subcontractors and vendors * Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness * Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms * Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation * Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power * Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking * Assess, manage and mitigate risks * Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers * Determine quantity and timing of deliveries * Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand * Create budgets for upcoming projects * Manage costs of existing projects * Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company *Supervisory Responsibilities* Directly manages two or more employees in the Purchasing Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. *Education and/or Experience* * Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; preferably in supply Chain Management, Logistics or Business Administration * Five to eight years of related experience and/or training as Purchasing Manager, Agent or Officer * Proven experience with sourcing, negotiation and vendor management * Ability to gather and analyze data * Possess strong leadership skills and networking capabilities * Ability to effectively present information, respond and draw valid conclusions * Displays regular interest in market dynamics along with business sense * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications * Proficiency with MS Office and email *Preferred Qualifications* * Experience and knowledge in JD Edwards a plus Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: · Medical, Dental and Vision · 401(K) · Employee Stock Purchase Plan · Flex Spending Accounts · Life & Disability Insurance · Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays · Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits*/**/* */*Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder.** */**/*#WeBuildPeopleToo*/**/**/* **Job:** **Purchasing* **Organization:** **Home Builder* **Title:** *Purchasing Manager* **Location:** *South Carolina-West Columbia* **Requisition ID:** *2505365*