Purchasing Manager

4 weeks ago

Charleston, United States Lennar Full time
Purchasing Manager

We are Lennar

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live in, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500® company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

Join a Company that Empowers you to Build your Future

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing, negotiating, and executing division sourcing agreements for specific spend categories.
  • A career with purpose.
  • A career built on making dreams come true.
  • A career built on building zero defect homes, cost management, and adherence to schedules.
Your Responsibilities on the Team
  • Ensure Lennar has top-quality trade partners for production needs, focusing on quality, scheduling adherence, and pricing.
  • Conduct trade partner audits as directed, assessing quality and adherence to schedules.
  • Source, contract, negotiate, and onboard new trade partners with required insurance to meet production demands.
  • Travel to sites to assess and communicate trade partner performance to the Director of Purchasing.
  • Implement material sourcing strategies to optimize supply chain flow for designated categories.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices for specified sourcing categories.
  • Facilitate value-engineering sessions with trade partners and division associates.
  • Communicate proactively with division associates and benchmark sourcing practices.
  • Develop and use should-cost models for cost estimation and optimization.
  • Monitor and improve divisional cost per square foot for specified categories.
  • Negotiate and validate pricing and legitimacy of Extra Purchase Orders (EPOs).
  • Review and ensure accuracy of all scopes of work, resolving issues with Expeditor as needed.
Requirements
  • College degree preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years sourcing and managing Supplier/Trade Partner relationships, ideally with a National Homebuilder.
  • Superior analytical and communication skills required.
  • JDE/AS400 experience preferred.
  • Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Significant knowledge of the residential homebuilding industry.
  • Sound financial management knowledge.
  • Strong project management capabilities.
  • Effective negotiating and influencing skills.


Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, lift, move and carry office supplies weighing 25 pounds or less. Finger dexterity is required to operate computer keyboard, calculator and telephone equipment.

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Life at Lennar

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, ensuring their health needs are well taken care of. Our 401(k) Retirement Plan, complete with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, helps secure their financial future, while Paid Parental Leave and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support during life's critical moments. To further support our Associates, we provide an Education Assistance Program and up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance, underscoring our commitment to their diverse needs and aspirations. From the moment of hire, they can enjoy up to three weeks of vacation annually, alongside generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies. Additionally, we offer a New Hire Referral Bonus Program, significant Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as the Everyone's Included Day. At Lennar, we believe in investing in our Associates, empowering them to thrive both personally and professionally. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits as outlined by Lennar's policies and applicable plan terms. Visit Lennartotalrewards.com to view our suite of benefits.

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