Director of Purchasing (Real Estate)

What You'll Do: Develop and manage portfolio-wide preferred vendor partnerships. Negotiate pricing, rebate, revenue-share, and service agreements. Oversee key programs including: Utility billing Renter's insurance Maintenance supply rebates Collections services Package management Smart-home services Parking and storage programs Coordinate vendor setup and implementation for new and transitioning communities. Maintain vendor contracts, renewals, and compliance tracking. Monitor program performance and ensure communities maximize participation. Review competitive bids and leverage market pricing to improve vendor terms. Partner with Regional Managers and site teams to drive adoption and compliance. Prepare monthly performance reports tracking revenue, participation, rebates, and savings. Manage vendor transitions when communities enter or exit management.

What Success Looks Like: Growth in National Accounts revenue. Increased participation in resident programs. Successful capture of negotiated rebates and revenue-share opportunities. Timely execution and renewal of vendor agreements. Accurate and actionable monthly reporting. Strong relationships with vendors, operational teams, and community leadership.

Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in multifamily operations, procurement, vendor management, ancillary revenue, or a related field. Proven success negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships. Strong analytical and financial skills with the ability to evaluate opportunities and present business cases. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word. Experience with AppFolio strongly preferred. Knowledge of Fair Housing and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. xsgimln Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills. Preferred Experience Utility billing programs (Conservice or similar) Renter's insurance programs Maintenance supply rebate programs Rent-stabilized multifamily markets Building or managing a National Accounts or Preferred Vendor Program Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Commuter benefits 401(k) with company match after one year of service Hybrid work flexibility Opportunity to build and own a high-impact function within a growing organization If you're a strategic thinker who enjoys negotiating partnerships, creating value, and driving results, we'd love to hear from you.