Director of Purchasing

Roers Companies is seeking an energetic, dedicated professional to join our team in Plymouth, MN as the Director of Purchasing.

About Us

Roers Companies is a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace and an emerging national leader in multifamily real estate investment, development, construction, and property management. Headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota, we're on a mission to elevate multifamily housing by developing and operating market-rate and affordable apartments in growing neighborhoods. Since our founding in 2012, Roers Cos. has developed nearly $4 billion in real estate, representing more than 12,000 homes across the Midwest, Mountain Southwest, and Sunbelt regions. Our team thrives on purpose-filled work, an entrepreneurial spirit, and unlimited growth potential.

About You

You're passionate about your work and strive to achieve ambitious goals. You offer an extra hand and aren't afraid to ask for help when needed. You act with integrity and empathy for the people around you. You get the big picture while executing the little details. In other words, you share our corporate values - passion, work ethic, teamwork, integrity, and ownership mindset.

Responsibilities:

National Account Strategy

• Develop and execute a national accounts strategy tailored to Roers Companies' multifamily housing portfolio.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate vendor relationships and standardize procurement practices across all properties and regions.
• Lead efforts to secure long-term agreements with national suppliers that provide cost-effective, high-quality products and services.

Supplier Partnerships and Negotiations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with national suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery commitments.
• Negotiate contracts that align with the organization's goals for construction, property management, and maintenance.
• Implement preferred vendor programs to streamline purchasing and drive consistent results.

Collaboration Across Teams

• Partner with construction, property management, and maintenance teams to understand operational needs and align procurement activities.
• Work with project managers and site teams to implement national agreements and address unique challenges at individual properties.
• Act as the primary point of contact for national suppliers to resolve issues and improve service delivery.

Cost Control and Optimization

• Leverage national accounts to achieve cost savings and improve procurement efficiency.
• Monitor purchasing trends and supplier performance to identify additional opportunities for savings.
• Develop and maintain reporting systems to track financial and operational impacts of national supplier agreements.

Standardization and Quality Assurance

• Collaborate with internal teams to establish and maintain product and service standards for construction, renovations, and operations.
• Ensure consistency in the quality and availability of materials, equipment, and services across all properties.
• Source specialized materials and equipment as required for multifamily housing projects, including finishes, fixtures, and appliances.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, as well as Roers Companies' policies.
• Mitigate risks by diversifying the supplier base and establishing contingency plans for supply chain disruptions.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, with a focus on national account management in multifamily housing or construction.
• Proven experience negotiating large-scale contracts and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong knowledge of procurement needs for multifamily construction, property management, and maintenance.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-departmental collaboration.
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), or similar certification is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits for Director of Purchasing:

Pay Range: $133,700 - $179,400. Compensation is determined by several factors that vary depending on the position, including the individual's experience, skills, and the knowledge they bring to the specific role.

Roers offers a comprehensive benefits & perks package to full-time employees which may include:

• Health Plans - Medical, dental, vision, flex spending accounts, and HSA
• Family Leave - Paid birth & bonding leave
• Employer Paid Benefits - Basic life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and short-term disability
• Additional Voluntary Benefits - Life Insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, critical illness, and accident insurance
• 401(K) - 3% company match, 100% vested after 2 years of employment
• Competitive PTO - 3 weeks of PTO with immediate accrual, 7 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, your birthday, and bereavement
• Health and Wellness - fitness membership reimbursement program
• Free stays in Roers' properties guest suits
• Rent Discount - 20% discount for employees living in Roers Companies properties
• Employee Referral Bonus Program - $2,500 referral bonus paid once referred candidate completed 60 days of employment
• Charitable Match Program - Roers matches employee donations to charitable organizations
• Annual Company Conference
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programs

Roers Companies is focused on building a workforce that is diverse and inclusive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. E-verify Complaint.

Candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check and motor vehicle report.

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a survey at this link:

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