Senior Procurement Agent

About the role

The Senior Procurement Agent plays a crucial role in managing advanced procurement and community setup activities, combining strategic sourcing and operational expertise to support division-level and community-specific goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies for high-impact categories, including supplier negotiations, contract execution, and performance management to align with procurement budget/costs, quality, and service objectives.
• Oversee community setup, including pricing, attribute mapping, and execution of procurement strategies for new and complex community projects.
• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including construction, sales, and design, to ensure seamless integration of procurement strategies with community operations.
• Perform detailed cost analysis and make strategic decisions for high-value contracts.
• Manage suppliers and trade partners to ensure compliance with performance goals, legal requirements, and organizational standards and policies.
• Analyze procurement and community-specific data to generate recommendations and make decisions to reduce risk and optimize performance at the divisional and community levels.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing cost savings strategies, process enhancements, and supplier performance improvements.
• Mentor and guide Procurement Agents and other team members.
• Support professional development and foster a collaborative environment.
• Supervise and evaluate trade partner performance and inform hiring and termination decisions.
• Manage and/or develop other Procurement team members to drive optimal performance.
• Resolve procurement and community-related challenges, leveraging expertise to drive innovative solutions and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Advanced proficiency in procurement and community setup systems and tools, with the ability to manage complex and high-priority tasks. Strong understanding of category management, supplier relationships, and construction industry practices. Effective negotiation and communication skills to engage with trade partners, suppliers, and cross-functional teams. Analytical mindset to support detailed cost analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making. Leadership skills to mentor team members, promote collaboration, and drive operational improvements. Ability to adapt to dynamic priorities and manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously. Commitment to maintaining compliance with policies, procedures, and legal requirements while ensuring operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 4-6 years prior relevant experience.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in procurement and community setup systems and tools.
• Strong understanding of category management, supplier relationships, and construction industry practices.
• Effective negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset for cost analysis and strategic decision-making.
• Leadership skills for mentoring and guiding team members.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic priorities and manage multiple high-impact projects.
• Commitment to compliance and operational excellence.

Benefits

PulteGroup offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Our commitment to our employees extends beyond the workplace, fostering a culture of inclusivity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours to accommodate project needs.