Procurement Analyst

PulteGroup•Carmel, IN

12d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Analyst analyzes data and develops strategy for procurement decision-making. This includes analyzing costs, supplier performance, and market trends to identify opportunities for cost efficiency and improvement and making recommendations to stakeholders. The Procurement Analyst also plays a key role in category management, reporting, and collaborating with stakeholders to optimize procurement operations. This position requires on-site attendance (Mon-Thu) with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and 0-2 year of prior relevant experience.
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.

Responsibilities

Analyze data and develop strategy including cost analysis and sourcing strategy, supporting Procurement Agents in decision-making.
Analyze supplier performance metrics and market trends to identify and implement opportunities for cost savings, improved supplier relationships, and enhanced efficiency.
Manage community procurement-setup, including pricing validation and requirements for new communities.
Implement sourcing strategies such as cost analysis, negotiation preparation, and implementation of contracts for community and division needs.
Facilitate trade partner strategy and communication, to align with cost efficiencies, performance goals and legal requirements.
Generate and interpret procurement reports to recommend actionable insights for leadership and stakeholders.
Monitor and track budget performance, identifying variances as well as developing and implementing corrective actions for assigned categories.
Manage supplier and trade partner relationships to address compliance, risk management, and ongoing performance improvements.
Identify and implement risk management strategies related to supplier compliance and potential vulnerabilities in the supply chain.
Key contributor of continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, supplier outcomes, and community setup efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.