Purchasing Agent; Product Development

Job Title

Purchasing Agent (Product Development) at Lennar

Charleston, SC

Entry level

Full-time

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for overseeing the development, negotiation, and execution of division sourcing agreements for designated spend categories, while also creating and maintaining material take‑offs. The role supports the VP of Purchasing by managing the department’s community timeline and overseeing workflow and areas of responsibility within the division.

• Ensure Lennar selects the best subcontractors and monitors their continuous improvement in quality, cost, service, and delivery.
• Review, understand, and manage all site development plans and specifications.
• Research, pre‑qualify, and participate in selecting qualified subcontractors who offer cost‑effective construction and services.
• Prepare and analyze bid packages, including scopes of work, payment schedules, and other necessary documents, to assist in selecting the preferred bidder.
• Monitor trade partner performance to ensure compliance with contract requirements and resolve any conflicts or issues that arise.
• Oversee and update contracts, material take‑offs, and purchasing systems like Build Pro and JDE accounting related to trade partners.
• Implement material sourcing strategies to optimize supply chains and reduce division costs.
• Maintain positive relationships with trade partners and ensure adherence to department policies, including insurance compliance and budget management.
• Ensure prompt progress payments, research and audit payment discrepancies, and participate in monthly budget meetings.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of purchasing experience, ideally with a national home builder.
• Proficient in reading residential blueprints and using Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledgeable in nationwide construction practices.
• Able to multitask efficiently under tight deadlines with a detail‑oriented and energetic work ethic.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

This is primarily a sedentary office position that requires occasional bending, stooping, reaching, lifting, moving, and carrying office supplies weighing 25 pounds or less. Finger dexterity is required to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, and telephone equipment.

Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) retirement plan with a $1 for $1 company match up to 5%, paid parental leave, an associate assistance plan, an education assistance program, up to $30,000 in adoption assistance, up to three weeks of vacation annually, generous holiday/sick leave/personal day policies, a new‑hire referral bonus, home‑purchase discounts, and an “Everyone’s Included Day”.

Lennar is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair‑employment practices laws.