Director of Purchasing

Lennar; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Vacation and holidays

Sick leave and personal days

Referral bonus

Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Director of Purchasing to lead local sourcing across labor categories, drive cost efficiency, and align with the Division Leadership Team. The role focuses on negotiating with suppliers, managing systems like JDE and Oracle, and implementing cost-reduction strategies across Florida ROC and division operations.

The position requires a deep background in residential construction procurement, strong communication, and strategic thinking to support timely project delivery and

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
• Minimum 5 years in residential construction and 5 years in sourcing.
• Strong analytical, influencing, and communication abilities.
• Solid financial and project management capabilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Develop, negotiate, and execute local sourcing agreements for all labor categories.
• Support Division President to maximize cost efficiencies.
• Participate in division business planning and strategist roles.
• Ensure compliance to Purchasing Policies and Procedures.
• Coordinate automated purchasing system and related tools.
• Analyze plans for cost reduction and value engineering proposals.
• Negotiate prices with suppliers and trade partners.
• Review monthly cost comparisons and variance reports with teams.
• Oversee use of JDE and Oracle and ensure continuity of supply.
• Benchmark industry sourcing and supply management practices.
• Improve division and product cost per square foot and financial performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Influencing skills

Communication skills

Negotiating skills

Financial management

Project management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

JDE

Oracle

Job description

Director of Purchasing

We are Lennar

Lennar is one of the nation’s leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future

Responsible for developing, negotiating, and executing local sourcing agreements for all labor categories of spend while supporting the Division President to ensure cost efficiencies are maximized.

Your Responsibilities on the Team

• Actively participate in the creation and implementation of the Division Business Plan
• Adopt the role of strategist as integral member of the Division Leadership Team
• Ensure compliance to Purchasing Policies and Procedures throughout the purchasing department
• Coordinate the use and further development of the automated purchasing system and other systems used within the purchasing department
• Analyze plans for cost reduction recommendations and research cost of proposed design ideas
• Facilitate value engineering sessions with trade partners and construction associates
• Train, advise, and assist purchasing, construction, and sales associates
• Communicate status of new communities with the Florida ROC weekly
• Review the month end reports (WIP and COP reports) for accuracy and use to control pricing changes
• Interact with the division associates to resolve any purchasing related issues
• Review monthly cost comparisons for suppliers/trade partners
• Review product and implement specification changes
• Negotiate prices with suppliers / trade partners
• Review weekly extra reports for material and labor
• Manage and oversee options in JDE and Oracle
• Ensure purchasing department is taking advantage of its volume to increase quality and reduce cost wherever possible
• Establish and implement new procedures as technology and needs change
• Interact and communicate with the Florida ROC to ensure schedules and deadlines are met
• Work with the management of the Florida ROC to enhance performance and service provided to the division
• Work with division associates to enhance the working relationship between purchasing and the division
• Ensure division has the best subcontractors in place to meet deadlines and assure budgetary needs are fulfilled
• Benchmark industry sourcing and supply management best practices
• Responsible for improving the division and product’s cost per square foot and product’s financial performance
• Ensure continuity of supply and labor to division communities
• Oversee architectural and plan review
• Analyze plans for cost analysis recommendations and value engineering adjustments.
• Negotiate and question pricing and legitimacy of EPO’s.
• Identify areas and trends in extra EPO’s to prevent and to reduce costs.
• Generate and analyze variance reports.
• Participate in division variance meetings, communicating results to the purchasing and construction team for any adjustments needed.

Your Toolbox

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
• Valid Auto Insurance Coverage
• Minimum of 5 years of residential construction experience
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in sourcing and managing supplier/trade partner relationships
• Have superior analytical, influencing, and communication skills
• Must have sound financial management knowledge
• Must have sound project management capabilities
• Must have sound negotiating skills
• Team Player with ability to work well under pressure.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

Requires the ability to work more than eight hours per day in the confined quarters of an office and/or the field environment. Also requires the ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and/or carry items that are less than 50 pounds. Finger dexterity required in operating a computer keyboard and a calculator.

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life’s critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone’s Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar’s policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.