Senior Procurement Agent

PulteGroup; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

PulteHomes of Minnesota is seeking a Senior Procurement Agent in Scottsdale, AZ to lead advanced procurement and community setup initiatives, combining strategic sourcing with operational execution.

You will drive supplier relationships, cost-saving strategies, and cross-functional collaboration with construction, sales and design teams to deliver value for our communities.

Qualifications

• Requires a university degree or equivalent experience and 4–6 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Strong knowledge of category management, supplier relationships, and construction industry practices.
• Excellent negotiation and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies for high-impact categories, including negotiations, contracts, and performance management.
• Oversee community setup, pricing, attribute mapping, and procurement execution for new projects.
• Collaborate with construction, sales and design teams to integrate procurement with operations.
• Perform detailed cost analysis and inform strategic decisions on high-value contracts.
• Manage suppliers to ensure compliance with performance goals and policies.
• Analyze data to identify cost-saving opportunities and reduce risk.
• Drive continuous improvement and supplier performance initiatives.
• Mentor procurement staff and support team development.
• Evaluate trade partner performance and support hiring decisions.

Skills

Procurement

Category management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

ISCM certification (plus)

Tools

Procurement systems

Community setup systems

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.

Summary

The Senior Procurement Agent is responsible for managing advanced procurement and community setup activities, combining strategic sourcing and operational expertise to support division-level and community-specific goals. This role oversees supplier relationships, leads category management initiatives, and coordinates complex procurement strategies for new and existing communities. The Senior Procurement Agent serves as a key resource for cross-functional teams, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies for high-impact categories, including supplier negotiations, contract execution, and performance management to align with procurement budget/costs, quality, and service objectives.
• Oversee community setup, including pricing, attribute mapping, and execution of procurement strategies for new and complex community projects.
• Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including construction, sales, and design, to ensure seamless integration of procurement strategies with community operations.
• Perform detailed cost analysis and make strategic decisions for high-value contracts.
• Manage suppliers and trade partners to ensure compliance with performance goals, legal requirements, and organizational standards and policies.
• Analyze procurement and community-specific data to generate recommendations and make decisions to reduce risk and optimize performance at the divisional and community levels.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing cost savings strategies, process enhancements, and supplier performance improvements.
• Mentor and guide Procurement Agents and other team members. Support professional development and foster a collaborative environment.
• Supervise and evaluate trade partner performance and inform hiring and termination decisions.
• Manage and/or develop other Procurement team members to drive optimal performance.
• Resolve procurement and community-related challenges, leveraging expertise to drive innovative solutions and operational efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Career Level (M3)

• Manages a team with focus on policy and strategy implementation.
• Establishes operational plans with measurable contribution towards the achievement of results of the area.
• Focus is on short-term operational plans (e.g., 1 year or less).
• Provides measurable input to new products, processes or standards in operational plans in order to implement organizational strategies.
• Typically does not have budget accountability, but may manage certain processes or projects within a defined budget set by management.

Organizational Impact

• Manages a team with focus on policy and strategy implementation.
• Establishes operational plans with measurable contribution towards the achievement of results of the area.
• Focus is on short-term operational plans (e.g., 1 year or less).
• Provides measurable input to new products, processes or standards in operational plans in order to implement organizational strategies.
• Typically does not have budget accountability, but may manage certain processes or projects within a defined budget set by management.

Leadership & Talent Management

• Manages a small to mid-sized team consisting of experienced professionals. Leads, directs and reviews the work of team who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.
• Typically has hiring, firing, promotion and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval.

Knowledge & Experience

• Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one area.
• Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 4-6 years prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Advanced proficiency in procurement and community setup systems and tools, with the ability to manage complex and high-priority tasks.
• Strong understanding of category management, supplier relationships, and construction industry practices.
• Effective negotiation and communication skills to engage with trade partners, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset to support detailed cost analysis, reporting, and strategic decision-making.
• Leadership skills to mentor team members, promote collaboration, and drive operational improvements.
• Ability to adapt to dynamic priorities and manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to maintaining compliance with policies, procedures, and legal requirements while ensuring operational excellence.

Required Licensing, Registration And/or Certifications

• ISCM (Certified Procurement) or equivalent accreditation a plus

Physical Requirements

• Not applicable

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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