Procurement Agent

Pulte Services Corporation; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid company holidays per year

Sick pay up to 6 days/year

401(k) Plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PulteGroup in Bridgewater Township, NJ is seeking a Procurement Agent to manage procurement and community setup, aligning sourcing strategies with construction goals and budget efficiencies. This role requires onsite attendance five days per week at the division office in Bridgewater Township.

The position emphasizes supplier relationships, cost analysis, and contract execution to support community development.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Procurement

Community setup

Sourcing strategy

Contract execution

Supplier relationships

Cost analysis

Negotiation

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma

University degree or equivalent

Job description

Build a Career That Builds Your Future - with PulteGroup! Welcome to PulteGroup where we believe in building more than just homes-we believe in building inspired employees, meaningful careers, and a legacy of excellence. If you're looking for work that moves you, a team that values your ideas, and a company that brings you pride, you’ve come to the right place. As one of the nation’s largest and most respected homebuilders, PulteGroup offers opportunities to grow within a Fortune 500 company that’s consistently recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For and a certified Great Place to Work. We’re driven by the bold purpose of Building Incredible Places for People to Live Their Dreams. For over 70 years, we’ve been building more than homes-we’ve been building trust, innovation, and a culture where every team member is empowered to thrive. Join a company that champions inclusion, celebrates diversity, and supports your personal and professional journey. Headquartered in vibrant Atlanta, Georgia, and operating in over 45 markets nationwide, we’re proud to build homes through our trusted family of brands—including Innovative Construction Group, Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes, American West, and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, Pulte Mortgage, PGP Title, Pulte Insurance Agency -all united under the PulteGroup name.

Job Summary

The Procurement Agent manages procurement and community setup, combining sourcing and operational strategies to ensure efficient and effective execution. This role includes managing supplier relationships, sourcing initiatives and community-specific procurement needs. The Procurement Agent aligns procurement strategies with construction and operational goals while maintaining compliance, process accuracy, and budget efficiencies. This position requires onsite attendance 5 days per week at our Division Office located in Bridgewater Township, NJ.

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

Pay Information

$87,000 - $100,000 Annually. Hired applicant will be eligible to receive an annual bonus.

General Description of Benefits

• In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees are eligible for up to 6 days of sick pay.
• Moreover, eligible employees with less than 10 years of service can accrue up to 17 PTO days per year (and up to 22 PTO days per year upon 10 or more years of service).
• Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan.
• Employees (and their eligible dependents) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Employees are covered by company-paid disability, basic life insurance and parental leave.
• Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity, are also available.
• In addition, the Company offers an Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement (as applicable).
• Employees may also be eligible for state required benefits such as paid family and medical leave insurance and/or paid sick time as applicable.

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

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will provide a reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability that will enable the individual to have an equal opportunity to participate in the application process and to be considered for a job.

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