Procurement Agent

Carmel, IN

Full time

JR9647

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Primary Job Responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes for assigned categories, including sourcing strategy, contract execution, and supplier performance, to ensure alignment with cost, quality, and service goals.

• Oversee community setup strategy, including category data entry, pricing validation, and procurement policy and procedures required for new communities.

• Strategize with internal leadership, including construction, sales, and design, to ensure procurement and community-specific needs are met.

• Lead category management strategies such as cost analysis, negotiation preparation, and implementation of contracts for communities.

• Facilitate trade partner strategy and communication, to align with cost efficiencies, performance goals and legal requirements.

• Provide input into and analysis of procurement and community-specific reports to provide actionable insights and ensure operational accuracy.

• Manage supplier and trade partner relationships to address compliance, risk management, and ongoing performance improvements.

• Monitor and improve procurement processes, and support initiatives for cost containment, value engineering, and operational efficiency.

• Supervise and evaluate trade partner performance and inform hiring and termination decisions.

• Contribute to cross-functional team efforts to resolve procurement and community challenges and drive continuous improvement.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Career Level (P2)

Organizational Impact:

• Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with moderate impact on the area.

• Works independently on larger, moderately complex projects/assignments.

• Sets objectives for own area to meet the objectives or goals of projects and assignments.

• May assist other professionals with tasks and assignments.

Leadership & Talent Management:

• May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and/or support employees.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Requires practical knowledge of area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2-4 years of prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in procurement and community setup systems, logic, and tools, with strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.

• Understanding of category management, supplier relationships, and construction industry practices.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and trade partners.

• Analytical mindset to support cost analysis, reporting, and decision-making in procurement and community setup.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, ensuring effective coordination of procurement and community-specific requirements.

• Problem-solving skills to address procurement and operational challenges and identify areas for improvement.

• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining compliance with policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications

• ISCM (Certified Procurement) or equivalent accreditation a plus

Physical Requirements:

Not applicable

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PulteGroup Employee Benefits

At PulteGroup, we believe that our people are what makes us a great place to work and we strive to meet their health and welfare needs with a competitive suite of benefit offerings designed for their unique lifestyles.

• Comprehensive, Flexible and Affordable Healthcare Coverage Options

• Supplemental Healthcare Coverage Opportunities

• PTO and Work/Life Benefits

• Health Advocacy and Wellness

• Retirement Plan with Company Match

• Education and Employee Assistance Programs

• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Benefits

• Mortgage Financing Discounts through Pulte Mortgage

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