KYDA Partners Ltd ยท 1 week ago
Purchasing Manager
KYDA Partners is a leading private homebuilder recognized for its high-quality craftsmanship and operational excellence. The Purchasing Manager will manage cost categories, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations, ensuring accurate pricing and high-quality materials to support the company's operational goals.
Responsibilities
Ensure accuracy of hard costs for assigned categories
Maintain a Category Management Program for key materials and services
Establish and oversee a Sourcing Program to optimize trade relationships
Review warranty issues with Preferred Partners and work toward resolution
Assist in implementing redline plan changes and communicate adjustments to trade partners
Work with the Division Operations Team to streamline lot-specific construction processes
Lead the bid process from Request for Proposal (RFP) to final cost submittal
Analyze bid proposals to ensure they are complete, competitive, and comparable
Negotiate contracts and model home discounts for select categories
Maintain unit pricing reports and communicate key cost data to Regional and National Teams
Present bid analyses to the Director of Purchasing for final approval
Qualification
Required
Homebuilder experience
Highly organised
Analytical skills
Skilled in negotiation
Ability to balance cost control and vendor partnerships
Ability to analyze bid proposals
Strong ability to influence pricing, contracts, and vendor agreements
Skilled in identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
Background in homebuilding, purchasing, or construction operations
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers
Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with evolving priorities
Strong communication skills
Ability to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors