Senior Procurement Lead – Hybrid, Cross-Functional

Innovative Construction Group; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PulteGroup in Carmel, IN is seeking a Senior Procurement Agent to manage advanced procurement and community setup activities, combining strategic sourcing and operational expertise to support division-level goals.

You will oversee supplier relationships, lead category management, coordinate complex procurement strategies for new and existing communities, and mentor Procurement Agents, driving cost savings and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Requires practical knowledge in leading procurement processes within construction/communities.
• Experience with community setup, pricing, and attribute mapping.
• Strong understanding of supplier relationships and category management in construction.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple high-impact projects and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies for high-impact categories, including supplier negotiations, contract execution, and performance management.
• 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 company standards.
• Analyze procurement and community-specific data to generate recommendations and optimize performance.
• Drive cost savings and continuous improvement, mentor Procurement Agents and other team members.

Skills

Procurement systems

Category management

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Cross-functional

Leadership

Compliance

Analytical thinking

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

PulteGroup in Carmel, IN is seeking a Senior Procurement Agent to manage advanced procurement and community setup activities, combining strategic sourcing and operational expertise to support division-level goals.

You will oversee supplier relationships, lead category management, coordinate complex procurement strategies for new and existing communities, and mentor Procurement Agents, driving cost savings and continuous improvement.