Purchasing Manager

Stanley Martin Homes


Date: 21 hours ago
City: Chesapeake, VA
Contract type: Full time
  • Who is Stanley Martin Homes?**

At Stanley Martin Homes, we believe your work should have a purpose. With us, it truly does.

Our success starts with our people, and we are proud to foster a culture where every team member is valued and supported. At Stanley Martin Homes, you will work alongside passionate, knowledgeable professionals who are committed to doing the right thing, delivering exceptional homebuyer experiences, and putting homebuyers first.

Stanley Martin Homes is one of the largest 25 homebuilders in the United States and it has been consistently one of the fastest growing. We are proud of the people-first culture that makes it possible.

If you are ready to build a meaningful career and help families find the place they will call home, we would love to connect with you. Join our team and build a career that you will be proud of.

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**A Day in the life**

A day in the life of a Purchasing Manager at Stanley Martin Homes involves overseeing every aspect of contracting and purchasing to ensure the smooth production of homes. Your day might include managing budgets, finalizing contracts, and maintaining master agreements while working closely with trade partners to negotiate pricing and drive cost-saving initiatives. You'll coordinate bids, market-test costs, and update ERP systems to keep pricing and labor demands aligned with company goals. Ensuring smooth workflows, you'll address material shortages, process work order revisions, and facilitate key meetings such as Neighborhood Specification and Final Neighborhood Start. Collaboration with various teams, like Production and Design, helps streamline processes while maintaining efficiency. Every decision and interaction you have reflects your commitment to supporting Stanley Martin's Mission, Vision, and Values.

**Technical Tools Used Daily**

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • SAGlobal – Homebuilder One
  • Dropbox
  • Docusign
  • What is Stanley Martin looking for ?**

The ideal Purchasing Manager is a detail-oriented and organized professional who excels in both technical and interpersonal skills. They are a team player with strong written and verbal communication abilities and a positive attitude. Skilled at multitasking and managing priorities, they consistently demonstrate the ability to maintain accuracy and foster collaboration, ensuring success in all aspects of the role.

**Must Haves**

  • Purchasing Manager experience
  • Project management skills to demonstrate experiences with managing projects effectively
  • Exceptional Excel and Word and PowerPoint skills
  • Strong communication skills verbally and in writing
  • Creative thinking skills that show the ability to generate new ideas and approaches to problem solve
  • Adaptability and eagerness to learn and pick up new skills as work environment changes

**Nice to Haves**

  • College degree preferred
  • Experience working with contracts and/or budgets

Here Is How We Invest In You

  • **Comprehensive Health Coverage** – Access to high-quality, competitively priced medical, dental (Aetna), and vision (EyeMed) plans, plus employer-paid short- and long-term disability, life, and AD&D insurance. Optional coverage includes Legal Resources and Aflac.
  • **Retirement & Savings Plans** – Plan for your future with a 401(k) including up to $5,000 in employer match, plus tax-advantaged Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • **Family-First Benefits** – Enjoy 3 weeks of paid parental leave and 12 weeks of paid maternity & paternity leave through our short-term disability plan, as well as dependent care support via FSA.
  • **Mental Wellness & Support** – Access to free and low-cost mental health services and 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • **Professional Development** – Continue growing with tuition and certification reimbursement opportunities.
  • **Time to Recharge** – Rest easy with 15 days of vacation, 6 days of sick leave, and additional paid holidays—vacation increases with tenure.
  • **Protection & Peace of Mind** – Get no-cost identity theft protection and travel assistance benefits.
  • **Exclusive Employee Discounts** – Save on Stanley Martin homes, mortgage and title services, and enjoy perks like Verizon cell phone discounts.
  • **Early Access to Earnings** – Use Dayforce Wallet to access your paycheck ahead of payday when needed.
  • **Make an Impact** – Support causes you care about through our Giving Back Program, which includes up to $250 in matching donations, 8 hours of paid volunteer time, and more.

Stanley Martin Homes has been building new homes since 1966. Headquartered in Reston, VA, Stanley Martin Homes is one of the nation's fastest-growing homebuilders, having built more than 25,000 homes and operating in 14 metropolitan areas and seven states, including Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Named National Builder of the Year in 2021 by Builder Magazine, Stanley Martin Homes is driven to deliver on its mission to “design and build homes people love at a price they can afford.”

At Stanley Martin Homes, you're not just joining a company—you're joining a team. Whether your passion is in sales, construction, or operations, you'll contribute to delivering an exceptional home buying experience that helps people realize their dreams.

To hear from our team members about why they love working at Stanley Martin Homes, click here.

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