Purchasing Manager – Strong Communicator Keen on Details

We are seeking a Purchasing Manager who is an organized multitasker and thrives in the fast-paced work environment. If you are a numbers person who also loves working with a fun, energetic team, we want you as part of our company. Our goal is to make homeowner’s dreams come true, as we turn their ideas from plans on paper to their forever home – if this sounds intriguing, look no further than Nies Homes.

As the Purchasing Manager, no two days will look the same as you work to assist in keeping projects on track and budget. By working closely with trade partners, to continuously find opportunities for negotiating cost savings while allowing the team to curate a quality home. While also continuing to look for ways to improve quality control, cycle time management, estimating accuracy and monitoring purchasing team needs.

If you are not dependable, detail focused, organized or a team player this is not the job for you. As the Purchasing Manager you will be managing the Purchasing Team while negotiating with trade partners and controlling costs from sale to completion.

Nies Homes has had a passion for leading the market in news home construction and design in Wichita and the surrounding areas since 1964. We take pride in practicing excellence in our field and are always continuing to learn new ways to better the construction industry. As a small company we value our employees and their work home life balance. Although we are in a fast-paced work environment, our passion for what we do allows us the ability to have fun while getting the job done. As an inspiration to those around us we feel that community involvement is essential, our team has worked hard to bring the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway to Wichita and are proud to have been the official builder for the project each year since inception.

If you are ready to take the next steps to become part of the Nies Homes team apply now!

Position Overview

Highlights: High performance teamwork culture, Detail oriented, Work/Life balance

Job Type: Purchasing Manager, reporting to COO

Work Hours: Full Time, Monday-Thursday 8:00-5:00, Friday 8:00-1:00

Annual Compensation: Negotiable Bonus Structure

Benefits: Group Medical, Dental, Company Paid Life Insurance, Company Match Simple IRA, PTO, Sick Leave

Required Experience

· Three years’ previous experience in the residential construction industry or job cost estimating

· Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

· Ability to read construction blueprints and perform take offs

· Strong communication, negation and analytical skills

· Organized with the ability to multitask

· Microsoft Office Excel Experience Required, Access Preferred but not required

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Wichita, KS 67206 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wichita, KS 67206: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person