Deanna Willis
About Deanna Willis
Deanna Willis is the Purchasing Manager at LGI Homes in Fort Worth, Texas, with over 15 years of experience in the home building industry.
Current Role at LGI Homes
Deanna Willis is currently employed as a Purchasing Manager at LGI Homes. She has been with the company since June 2022, based in Fort Worth, Texas. In this role, she oversees purchasing activities, including vendor contracts, pricing strategies, and other procurement-related responsibilities. Her extensive experience and skills in the residential construction sector contribute significantly to her current position.
Previous Experience at Bloomfield Homes
Before joining LGI Homes, Deanna Willis worked at Bloomfield Homes as a Purchasing Agent. She held this position from 2016 to 2022, a span of six years, in Southlake, Texas. During her time there, she managed various purchasing and supply chain tasks that have further strengthened her expertise in the homebuilding industry.
Professional Journey With Beazer Homes
From 2013 to 2016, Deanna Willis served as a Purchasing Coordinator at Beazer Homes. Over her three years in this role, she was responsible for coordinating purchasing activities and contributing to the efficient procurement of materials necessary for homebuilding operations. This role helped build her profile in the sector even further.
Early Career and Various Industry Roles
Deanna Willis has accumulated over 15 years of experience in the home building industry through various roles. She started her career as a Purchasing Coordinator at Pulte Homes in Coppell, TX, from 2005 to 2006. She later worked at Masco Corporation as a Builder Sales Coordinator for a year, and Southwestern Carpets, Ltd. as a Customer Service Rep from 2007 to 2008. Other roles include being a Purchasing Assistant at Lennar from 2010 to 2013, an Estimating Coordinator at K. Hovnanian® Homes in 2013 for five months, and a Purchasing Coordinator at Beazer Homes from 2013 to 2016.
Expertise and Skills in Home Building Industry
Deanna Willis is recognized for her skills in Microsoft Excel, Pricing Strategy, new vendor contracts/setup, and residential construction. Her technical competency, coupled with her comprehensive industry experience, makes her a proficient manager in purchasing and supply chain operations. Her demonstrated history in the home building industry outlines her capability to manage complex procurement processes effectively.