Schaeffer Homes ยท 4 weeks ago
Director of Purchasing and Estimating (Cherry Hill, NJ) (Job Pool)
Cherry Hill, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expSchaeffer Homes is a family-owned leader in the homebuilding industry, committed to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. They are seeking a highly organized, strategic, and detail-oriented Director of Purchasing and Estimating to lead procurement and estimating operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective home construction while driving continuous improvement.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a key member of Schaeffer Homes' small, collaborative leadership team, working directly with ownership and other senior leaders to drive the company's growth and operational excellence
Oversee all Pre-Construction functions, ensuring seamless integration between estimating, purchasing, design, and other departments
Provide strategic direction and management for the Pre-Construction team, including setting priorities, mentoring staff, and developing efficient workflows
Ultimately responsible for meeting the company's starts goals, ensuring homes are ready to begin construction on schedule and within budget
Contribute to company-wide planning and decision-making, bringing a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset to leadership discussions
Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with construction goals and company growth
Source, negotiate, and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors
Track material costs, analyze budget impacts, and oversee purchase order accuracy
Evaluate supplier performance and ensure timely material delivery
Monitor market trends and cost fluctuations to adjust procurement plans
Lead and support Pre-Construction staff
Develop detailed cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications
Identify factors that could affect costs and proactively mitigate risks
Manage and update the construction cost database, ensuring all data is current and accurate
Collaborate with project management, construction, sales, and design teams to ensure estimates support project goals and timelines
Conduct regular audits of project costs and prepare detailed reports on findings and recommendations
Perform digital plan take-offs using software like Planswift or BlueBeam
Provide technical support and training to team members on the use of construction management software
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in purchasing, estimating, or costing within home building
Strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost-control skills
Proven track record in supply chain coordination, cost analysis, and process improvement
Proficiency in Excel and experience with ECI Mark Systems ERP a plus
Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and manage large sets of data efficiently
Strong communication and leadership abilities
Benefits
401(k) with matching contributions (even if you don't participate)
Year-end profit-sharing
Health and disability insurance
PTO
Life Insurance
Retirement Savings
Medical Insurance
401(k) and 401(k) Matching
Profit Sharing
Company
Schaeffer Homes
For three generations the Schaeffer family has been dedicated to the mission of providing the people of the Delaware Valley with quality- built, affordably priced new homes.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase