About Marathon Homes
Marathon Homes is a Breckenridge-based manufactured housing company dedicated to building high-quality homes with efficiency, craftsmanship, and Texas pride. We are scaling our operations to meet growing demand, and purchasing plays a vital role in ensuring we have the materials, components, and vendor relationships to deliver on our mission.
Position Summary
The Purchasing Manager/Director will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing procurement of building materials, components, and services required for manufactured home production. This role will play a key part in keeping our factory running smoothly—balancing cost efficiency, quality standards, and reliable supply chains. Depending on experience, the position may be structured as a Manager role (supporting the Purchasing Department) or as a Director role (leading procurement strategy and vendor relationships).
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Purchasing
- Source and purchase building materials, appliances, fixtures, and supplies required for home production
- Issue purchase orders and maintain accurate records of all transactions
- Track order status to ensure timely delivery and resolve supply issues
Vendor & Supplier Management
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and distributors
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to ensure cost-effective procurement
- Evaluate supplier performance and manage approved vendor lists
Inventory & Cost Control
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production to align supply with demand
- Work closely with accounting and operations to maintain accurate cost reporting
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
Cross-Department Collaboration
- Partner with production supervisors, plant managers, and design teams to forecast material needs
- Ensure purchased products meet specifications and quality standards
- Coordinate logistics for deliveries to minimize production downtime
Qualifications
- Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (manufactured housing, construction, or related industry preferred)
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
- Familiarity with inventory management systems and basic accounting practices
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software/ERP systems (experience with manufactured housing systems a plus)
- For Manager-level candidates: prior leadership experience in purchasing or supply chain
What We Offer
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience and role level)
- Health benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding Texas-based manufacturer
- A team-oriented culture committed to quality, efficiency, and community
