
Director of Land Acquisition
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The Director of Land Acquisition will lead division land acquisition operations, develop strategies, manage personnel, negotiate transactions, and ensure compliance while representing D.R. Horton at industry events and driving portfolio growth.
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*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high-quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.
**D.R. Horton, Inc.**is currently looking for aDivision Land Acquisition Director. The right candidate willdirect land acquisition operations for the division while maintaining responsibility for strategic acquisition transactions. This roleoversees personnel, operational performance, acquisition strategy, and portfolio growth.
Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Direct land acquisition activities for the division
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Establish acquisition strategies, performance objectives, and growth plans
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Lead, develop, and evaluate acquisition personnel to ensure effective execution of departmental objectives
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Review and approve acquisition recommendations, investment analyses, and transaction structures
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Negotiate strategic transactions and partnership opportunities supporting long-term growth
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Monitor acquisition pipelines, budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics
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Collaborate with executive leadership to evaluate market expansion opportunities and business priorities
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Ensure compliance with company policies, approval processes, and risk management standards
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Represent the company at industry events, meetings, and networking opportunities
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Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
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Ability to travel overnight
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Supervises 2 or more employees
Education and/or Experience
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience required
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Ten years of progressive land acquisition, real estate, development, or homebuilding experience required
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5 years of people management experience
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Strong understanding of multi-market acquisition strategy and organizational leadership principles
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Proven ability to develop high-performing teams that consistently deliver results
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Ability to create alignment between acquisition strategy and business objectives
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Develops high-performing teams that consistently deliver results.
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Strong computer skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new programs/systems quickly is essential
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Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form or via DRH applications
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Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision
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The noise level is generally moderate
Preferred Qualifications
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Executive leadership, negotiation, and strategic planning skills
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Ability to manage multiple teams, priorities, and complex transactions simultaneously
Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401(K)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
- Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits
/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. /**/#WeBuildPeopleToo*/*
Job: *Operations
Organization: *Home Builder
Title: Director of Land Acquisition
Location: Arizona-Chandler
Requisition ID: 2604417
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