Lennar Corporation

Purchasing Manager

Lennar Corporation • $80K — $95K *
Des Moines, IA 50317In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Preferred college degree
  • 5+ years in sourcing and managing Supplier/Trade Partner relationships, preferably with a National Homebuilder
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Preferred experience with JDE/AS400
  • Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
  • In-depth knowledge of the residential homebuilding sector
  • Sound financial management capabilities
  • Strong project management skills
  • Effective negotiation and influencing abilities

Responsibilities

  • Ensure top-quality trade partners for production needs, focusing on quality and pricing
  • Conduct trade partner audits for quality and schedule adherence
  • Source, contract, negotiate, and onboard new trade partners with necessary insurance
  • Travel to site locations to assess trade partner performance
  • Implement material sourcing strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency
  • Stay updated on industry trends and practices
  • Facilitate value-engineering sessions with trade partners

Benefits

  • Career with purpose
  • Opportunities to make dreams come true
  • Focus on building zero defect homes
  • Emphasis on cost management and schedule adherence
Full Job Description
Purchasing Manager

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing, negotiating, and executing division sourcing agreements for specific spend categories.
  • A career with purpose.
  • A career built on making dreams come true.
  • A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.


Your Responsibilities on the Team
  • Ensure Lennar has top-quality trade partners for production needs, focusing on quality, scheduling adherence, and pricing.
  • Conduct trade partner audits as directed, assessing quality and adherence to schedules.
  • Source, contract, negotiate, and onboard new trade partners with required insurance to meet production demands.
  • Travel to sites to assess and communicate trade partner performance to the Director of Purchasing.
  • Implement material sourcing strategies to optimize supply chain flow for designated categories.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices for specified sourcing categories.
  • Facilitate value-engineering sessions with trade partners and division associates.
  • Communicate proactively with division associates and benchmark sourcing practices.
  • Develop and use should-cost models for cost estimation and optimization.
  • Monitor and improve divisional cost per square foot for specified categories.
  • Negotiate and validate pricing and legitimacy of Extra Purchase Orders (EPOs).
  • Review and ensure accuracy of all scopes of work, resolving issues with Expeditor as needed.


Requirements
  • College degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years sourcing and managing Supplier/Trade Partner relationships, ideally with a National Homebuilder.
  • Superior analytical and communication skills required.
  • JDE/AS400 experience preferred.
  • Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Significant knowledge of the residential homebuilding industry.
  • Sound financial management knowledge.
  • Strong project management capabilities.
  • Effective negotiating and influencing skills.


Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and carry office supplies weighing 25 pounds or less. Finger dexterity is required to operate computer keyboard, calculator and telephone equipment.

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About Lennar Corporation

Lennar Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at Lennar Corporation, a leader in the home construction industry, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At Lennar, we are committed to building more than homes—we are dedicated to building futures.

Work You’ll Do

At Lennar Corporation, you will engage in meaningful work that directly contributes to the growth and success of the company. Our team is at the forefront of the construction industry, driving innovation and excellence in every project. Whether you are in design, construction, sales, or management, your contribution will lead to tangible results that you can be proud of.

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Our team at Lennar Corporation is diverse, skilled, and driven—united by a common goal to deliver exceptional quality and service to our customers. We foster a culture of support and collaboration, which makes Lennar not just a great place to work, but a great place to grow your career.

Future-Proof Your Career

Lennar Corporation offers a wealth of job opportunities and career paths, providing you with the flexibility to pursue your interests and expand your professional experience. With robust training programs and a commitment to professional development, Lennar ensures that your career journey is as rewarding as it is successful.

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Whether you’re a seasoned professional looking for your next challenge or a recent graduate seeking an internship, Lennar has a variety of positions to match your skills and ambitions. From on-site construction roles to corporate leadership positions, the opportunities at Lennar are as diverse as our team.

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Choosing a career at Lennar means more than just employment. It means becoming part of a community that values diversity, supports growth, and nurtures innovation. We offer competitive benefits, leadership training, and opportunities for networking and career advancement, all within a culture that celebrates achievement and teamwork.

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Learn more about Lennar Corporation
Size
10,753 employees
Market Cap
$25.7 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1954
Revenue
$22.4 billion
NASDAQ
LEN
* Ladders Estimates

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