Pulte Group

Senior Procurement Agent

Pulte Group • $88K — $105K *
Scottsdale, AZ 85254In-Person
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree or equivalent experience; minimum 4-6 years in purchasing or procurement.
  • Advanced proficiency in procurement systems and tools for managing complex tasks.
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills with an understanding of supplier relationships.
  • Analytical mindset for in-depth cost analysis and strategic decision-making.
  • Leadership abilities for mentoring team members and driving collaboration.
  • Flexible and adept at managing multiple high-impact projects under changing priorities.
  • Commitment to compliance with legal requirements and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

  • Lead procurement strategies for high-impact categories, including negotiations and contract execution.
  • Oversee community setup, pricing, and strategy execution for complex projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless procurement integration with community operations.
  • Conduct detailed cost analysis to inform strategic decisions for significant contracts.
  • Manage supplier performance and compliance with organizational standards.
  • Analyze procurement data to optimize performance and minimize risk at all levels.
  • Drive and implement continuous improvement initiatives for cost savings and enhanced supplier performance.

Benefits

  • Support for professional development and growth within the procurement team.
  • Collaborative team environment fostering mentorship and teamwork.
  • Opportunities to lead and impact operational efficiencies across communities.
  • Engagement with diverse cross-functional teams, enhancing professional networking opportunities.
  • Focus on innovation and operational excellence in procurement processes.
Full Job Description
Summary

The Senior Procurement Agent is responsible for managing advanced procurement and community setup activities, combining strategic sourcing and operational expertise to support division-level and community-specific goals. This role oversees supplier relationships, leads category management initiatives, and coordinates complex procurement strategies for new and existing communities. The Senior Procurement Agent serves as a key resource for cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Primary Job 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.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Career Level (M3)

Organizational Impact:
  • Manages a team with focus on policy and strategy implementation.
  • Establishes operational plans with measurable contribution towards the achievement of results of the area.
  • Focus is on short-term operational plans (e.g., 1 year or less).
  • Provides measurable input to new products, processes or standards in operational plans in order to implement organizational strategies.
  • Typically does not have budget accountability, but may manage certain processes or projects within a defined budget set by management.


Leadership & Talent Management:
  • Manages a small to mid-sized team consisting of experienced professionals. Leads, directs and reviews the work of team who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.
  • Typically has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval.


Knowledge & Experience:
  • Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one area.
  • Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.
  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
  • Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 4-6 years prior relevant experience.


Required Skills
  • 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.


Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications
  • ISCM (Certified Procurement) or equivalent accreditation a plus


Physical Requirements
  • Not applicable

About Pulte Group

PulteGroup, Inc. is an American residential home construction company based in Atlanta, Georgia, United States. The company is the 3rd largest home construction company in the United States based on the number of homes closed. In total, the company has built over 775,000 homes. The company operates in 44 markets in 23 states. In 2021, it ranked 284th on the Fortune 500. The company was founded by Bill Pulte in Michigan, and moved its headquarters to Atlanta, Georgia in 2014. Since 2016, Ryan Marshall has been the President and CEO of the company.
Learn more about Pulte Group
Size
6,182 employees
Market Cap
$10.5 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$1.4 billion
5 Year Trend
+12.7%
Revenue
$11 billion
NASDAQ
PHM
* Ladders Estimates

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