Senior Construction Purchasing Manager

Lennar; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 104,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid parental leave

Adoption assistance

Vacation time

Holiday leave

Sick leave

Personal day

Referral bonus

Home purchase discounts

Job summary

Lennar seeks a Senior Purchasing Manager in Minnesota to lead the Purchasing operation for the division, manage bids, write specifications, and oversee budgets for vertical construction. You will negotiate contracts, coordinate with architects and engineers, and maintain bid lists and performance metrics.

The role requires a decade of purchasing experience, strong construction knowledge, and leadership to guide Analysts and Administrators, while aligning with regional and national purchasing

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in Purchasing or related field.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license required.
• Excellent verbal and written skills; ability to teach, motivate and direct staff.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, cost management and schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; JD Edwards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and update policies and procedures for the Purchasing Department.
• Assist in product development and choose floorplans optimizing cost and desirability.
• Prepare product specifications and coordinate with architects and engineers.
• Coordinate with regions on contracts, POs and change orders; manage bids.
• Find qualified trade partners, negotiate contracts and approve extras.
• Prepare reports, budgets, and rebate information; track progress monthly.
• Ensure seamless communication with sales, planning and land teams.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Negotiation

Communication

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

JD Edwards

Team leadership

Budgeting

Attention to detail

Field presence

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Lennar seeks a Senior Purchasing Manager in Minnesota to lead the Purchasing operation for the division, manage bids, write specifications, and oversee budgets for vertical construction. You will negotiate contracts, coordinate with architects and engineers, and maintain bid lists and performance metrics.

The role requires a decade of purchasing experience, strong construction knowledge, and leadership to guide Analysts and Administrators, while aligning with regional and national purchasing