Trade Relations Manager

Responsibilities:

• Recruit, select and hire Trade Partners and oversee the internal set up process.
• Manage trade partner contract to include TPBA, W9, Scope of work, Certificate of Insurance, trade partner information and trade partner bid list.
• Maintain Scopes of Work for accuracy and update as needed.
• Evaluate trade partner performance and address insufficiency with Trades not following plans, specifications, TPA, Scope of Work and schedule
• Maintain standard trades and trade bid lists in internal systems.
• Collaborate with National Purchasing Manager and Trade Relations Managers from other divisions regarding manufacturers, products, options, selections and product substitutions.
• Oversee Partners in Excellence program with Trades with regular field meetings to drill down to the “crew” level to improve efficiency and look for cost savings opportunities.
• Foster communication between Trades to create horizontal accountability and improve efficiency of each Trade.
• Collaborate with Sales and Production Support Manager to monitor option performance and pricing.
• Oversee that the Trades’ insurance is continually monitored for expiration and renewals.
• Collect, negotiate and analyze Trade Partner bids. Negotiate lower pricing or mitigate requests for increases as needed.
• Collaborate with Trade Partners to continuously seek opportunity to purchase materials and services in a more competitive manner.
• Identify cost savings ideas, value engineering opportunities and alternatives.
• Track hard cost trends to identify opportunities.
• Monitor delays caused by Trade Partners and seek to mitigate future delays with Trade leadership.
• Administer semi-annual reviews of Trade Partners through the Construction Managers to gauge satisfaction with trade base.
• Coordinate product development process (estimating and architecture) as it relates to the division needs.
• Review monthly release notes and communicate changes to sales and production teams.
• Review cost books for new communities for accuracy with prices and community specific items. Review with Area Construction Manager and Construction Managers for new communities and plans, prior to the start of the model home.
• Collaborate with the Director of Operations on construction schedules.
• Work closely with Estimating team to track progress of PCRs.
• Create and maintain site bid documents for each community (model home cleaning and maintenance, common area maintenance, etc.).
• Oversee the division-level rebate programs and model home programs.
• Conduct regular visits to the field to ensure trades are using specific materials, products, and performing as agreed.
• Minimum Job Requirements:
• Education:
• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field preferred.
• Experience:
• Knowledge of home construction techniques
• Minimum 4 years experience in residential construction field operations.
• Purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in the construction or homebuilding
• Computer Skills:
• Microsoft Office (all applications)
• Internet Proficiency
• Ability to learn SMART (Proprietary software)
• Skills/Knowledge:
• Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Knowledge of construction materials, equipment and services.
• Customer Orientation
• Ability to think strategically
• SDH Management Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, reach out to [email protected].
• An offer of employment for this role is contingent upon the successful completion of background check and drug screening. We are a certified Drug Free Workplace.