K. Hovnanian® Homes · 2 months ago
Manager, Sourcing & Development - Plumbing
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expK. Hovnanian® Homes is a customer-centric homebuilder focused on redefining the industry. The Manager, Sourcing and Development will oversee supplier relationships and optimize the supply chain for plumbing-related categories, ensuring product quality and managing costs.
ConstructionFinancial ServicesReal EstateResidential
Responsibilities
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for plumbing materials and products, including but not limited to pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing systems
Lead new product development projects from concept through commercialization
Translate design team’s insights into detailed product concepts and design specifications
Collaborate with engineering, design, and manufacturers to ensure design intent, manufacturability, and production efficiency
Manage and execute product testing, including prototyping and design verification, to ensure all products comply with industry standards and regulations
Coordinate with sourcing and supply chain partners to select materials and manage vendor relationship
Analyze market trends and competitor products to identify risks and opportunities
Track and directly report project status updates to the Sr. Product Development Manager
Build strong relationships across the business to ensure alignment, collaboration, and effective decision making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in product development, with specific experience in plumbing fixtures
Proven experience working within a new product introduction (NPI) process
Proficiency in project management tools, 3D CAD, and other relevant software
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Proven success partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver complex initiatives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create precise and concise presentations and updates
High emotional intelligence, adaptability, and a collaborative working style
Comfort working in fast-paced, evolving environments and balancing long-term strategies with short-term execution needs
Moderate travel is required (30%)
Preferred
Experience in homebuilding or large-scale operational environments is a plus, but not required
Familiarity with project/portfolio management tools (e.g., Asana, Miro)
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision coverage
Discounts on mortgages and home appliances
401(k) plan with a company match
Company
K. Hovnanian® Homes
For a complete listing of all our available career opportunities, please visit khov.com/careers.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900M2025-09-11Post Ipo Debt· $900M
1983-09-16IPO
Leadership Team
Ara K. Hovnanian
President, CEO & Chairman
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