Procurement Manager

PulteGroup • Schaumburg, IL

3d • $125,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing procurement operations at the divisional level. This role involves executing sourcing strategies, negotiating trade partnerships, and managing supplier relationships to ensure cost efficiency, quality, and compliance with organizational policies. The Procurement Manager also plays a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, fostering collaboration with internal stakeholders, and developing procurement team capabilities to support divisional objectives. This position will be supporting low and/or mid-rise residential construction projects. This position requires onsite attendance 4 days per week at our office located in Schaumburg, IL + 1 day remote from home

Requirements

• Requires 5-10 years of experience with low and/or mid-rise residential construction.
• Requires broad management and leadership knowledge to lead project or program teams in one department/area.
• Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with broad understanding of other areas within the department.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience and minimum 6-8 years prior relevant experience.
• Proficiency in procurement systems, financial analysis, cost management, and risk assessment.
• Ability to develop sourcing strategies, anticipate trends, and identify innovative solutions.
• Skilled in supplier negotiations and effective communication tailored to diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build credibility with internal stakeholders and trade partners.
• Experience in coaching and developing teams, managing performance, and fostering growth.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making and operational improvements.
• Knowledge of construction materials, trade practices, and industry standards.

Nice To Haves

• ISCM (Certified Procurement) or equivalent accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inform and manage community startup strategy to align with overall project goals.
• Manage project tracker tool for short-term/long-term house cost forecasting.
• Inform and manage procurement strategies and budgets for cost improvement and margin enhancement.
• Collaborate closely with construction peers to execute procurement strategies that align with overall project goals, budgets, and timelines.
• Provide strategy and focus on customer satisfaction, quality, capacity, and continuous improvement in all decision-making processes to drive project success.
• Drive vendor performance (cost, schedule, quality) through regular VIP meetings, site walks, and the development of strong vendor relationships.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, adjusting content and scope for different audiences to ensure effective communication.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with trade partners at both ownership and management levels to execute on sourcing strategies and ensure effective collaboration, partnership, and cost efficiency.
• Attract, recruit, and develop a capable procurement team, fostering a positive and productive work 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan.
• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Employees are covered by company-paid disability and basic life insurance.
• Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness and hospital indemnity, are also available.
• In addition, the Company offers an Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement (as applicable).
• In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees with less than 10 years of service are eligible for up to 23 paid days off and employees with 10 or more years of service are eligible for up to 28 paid days off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED