Procurement Agent at PulteGroup

Vancouver, Washington, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Homebuilding, ConstructionIndustries

Requirements

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
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

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

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ProcurementSourcing StrategyContract ExecutionSupplier PerformanceCategory ManagementPricing ValidationProcurement Policy

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for the Procurement Agent role?

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Is this Procurement Agent position remote or does it require office work?

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What skills are required for the Procurement Agent position?

The role requires skills in managing procurement processes, sourcing strategy, contract execution, supplier performance management, cost analysis, negotiation, and trade partner relationship management.

What is the company culture like at PulteGroup?

PulteGroup fosters a culture that values inspired employees, meaningful careers, inclusion, diversity, and empowers team members to thrive, while being recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For and a Great Place to Work.

What makes a strong candidate for the Procurement Agent role?

Strong candidates will have experience in procurement management, strategic sourcing, supplier relations, cost analysis, negotiation, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams like construction, sales, and design.