Procurement Manager

Crescent Communities is a nationally recognized, market-leading real estate investor, developer, and operator of mixed-use “communities.” We specialize in place-making and create high-quality, differentiated multifamily and commercial developments in many of the fastest growing markets in the United States. Since 1963, our development portfolio has included more than 95 multifamily communities, 26 million square feet of commercial space and over 60 master planned communities.  Crescent Communities has offices in Charlotte, DC, Atlanta, Orlando, Nashville, Dallas, Austin, Denver, and Phoenix. Our multifamily communities are branded NOVEL (urban), RENDER (suburban) and HARMON (build-to-rent) and our commercial developments are branded AXIAL (industrial), THE YIELD (life science) and BOWER (office).

JOB SUMMARY

The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for a portfolio of build-to-rent communities and select portions of Multifamily. This role oversees sourcing, contracting, national accounts, vendor management, and cost control across all phases of development, with a focus on achieving economies of scale, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in residential construction procurement, understands the unique demands of BTR projects, and excels at balancing cost.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Key Responsibilities - BTR

  Procurement Strategy & Cost Management

o  Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with BTR development, budgets, and standardization Contracting process.

o  Lead sourcing, pricing negotiation, for materials, and subcontracted services

o  Drive cost savings through volume purchasing, preferred vendor programs, and supplier agreements.

o  Track market pricing trends, material availability, and supply chain risks

  Vendor & Contract Management

o  Establish, Track and manage a network of qualified suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.

o  Negotiate contracts, master service agreements, purchase orders and pricing schedules

o  Manage parent company national accounts reporting

  Project Support

o  Collaborate with development, construction, preconstruction design, and operations teams to align procurement with project needs.

o  Support value engineering initiatives without compromising durability or resident experience.

o  Maintain procurement schedules to support construction timelines

  Standardization & Process Improvement

o  Support standardization of materials, finishes, appliances, and building systems across BTR communities

o  Develop procurement policies, procedures, and best practices

o  Improve procurement workflows, reporting, and controls

Key Responsibilities Multifamily

o  Negotiate contracts, master service agreements,

o  Manage parent company national accounts reporting

o  Drive cost savings through volume purchasing, preferred vendor programs, and supplier agreements

Estimating

o  Assist with estimating when needed.

o  Create Maintain Pricing for individual Floorplans by Unit.

o  Provide quantity take offs for pricing

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Minimum:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field experience.5+ years of procurement experience in residential construction, or BTRStrong negotiation, contract management, and cost-analysis skillsWorking knowledge of construction materials, scopes, and subcontractor tradesExperience managing multiple projects simultaneouslyFamiliarity with national or regional supplier agreementsUnderstand construction methods for estimatingExcellent oral and written communication skillsDetail oriented and problem solverAbility to provide strong leadership to team members, consultants, contractors, customers and other internal or external entities.Effective organizational skills – project/process managementStrong proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook

 Other Demands:

Communicate and converse to exchange informationOperate a computer keyboard, phone, calculator, and other office equipmentSeeing to read a variety of materials and observe a variety of development and construction activities.Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of timeMust be able to transport 10-25 lbs. (computer, files etc.) and plans, specs, etc.Move about the office to access file cabinets, office machineryMust be able to maneuver on the job for extended periods of timeHearing and speaking to exchange informationAbility to maneuver through a construction siteNormal office environment with exposure to personal computer monitor and frequent use of a keyboard.Project site exposure to dust, miscellaneous allergens, sunlight, extreme temperatures, noise, moving machinery, and other natural and environmental exposures.M-F, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (alternate schedule may apply)Valid driver’s license and reliable means of transportationAbility to travel to field locations and stay overnight as requiredAbility to work early and/or late hours and weekends as requiredAbility to work under short-term deadlines

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Communicate and converse to exchange informationAbility to operate a computer keyboard, phone, calculator and other office equipment with or without accommodations.Seeing to read a variety of materialsMust be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time.Must be able to transport 10-25 lbs. (computer, files, etc.)Move about the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Ability to work under stressful, fast-paced conditions

BENEFITS

We offer a full benefits package starting day one that includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k plan, paid STD/LTD, parental leave, charitable match, wellness subsidy, community involvement, summer hours, education reimbursement, employee assistance program, hybrid flexible schedules and much more!         

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Professional office environment Flexible working hours are M-F, 8:00am – 5:00pm (alternate schedule may apply). Must have reliable transportation 

 OTHER DEMANDS

Ability to travel to field locations and stay overnight, if required 

DISCLAIMER/OTHER DUTIES

This document describes the position currently available and serves only as a summary of the typical functions of the job.  It is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities.  Tasks, responsibilities and duties of the jobholder may differ from those outlined.  Other duties, as assigned might be part of the job.  It is not an employment contract.  Our company reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time. 

Crescent Communities, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer, Crescent Communities treats each individual fairly in all employment decisions without regard to race, color, gender, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran, disability or any other protected status by federal or local law.

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