Sr. Procurement Operations Manager

Senior Procurement Operations 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.
 

A Career that Empowers You to Build Your Future
The Senior Procurement Operations Manager leads day-to-day AI-first execution of Lennar's procurement operations programs across key functional areas, including vendor onboarding, purchase requisition and purchase order management, and change order oversight. Operations will be AI state-of-the-art with autonomous AI capabilities and decision making. Reporting to the Director of Procurement Operations, this role translates strategic direction into scalable operational workflows with a team of Procurement Operations Managers and Specialists, and drives continuous improvement initiatives across the procure-to-pay lifecycle.

This role is a key operational partner to Finance, Accounting, Legal, IT, and division leadership, ensuring procurement processes are compliant, efficient, and aligned with enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Operations

• Lead daily procurement operations execution, including vendor onboarding, PR/PO workflows, and change order management, ensuring adherence to governance standards and SLAs.

• Work with a team of Procurement Operations Managers and Specialists; provide coaching, performance feedback, and development support to build a high-performing team.

• Implement and monitor internal controls, policy compliance frameworks, and audit-readiness processes in alignment with Director-set standards.

• Serve as a primary escalation point for complex or high-priority procurement issues across divisional stakeholders.

Purchase Requests & Purchase Orders

• Oversee end-to-end PR-to-PO lifecycle operations: intake, approval routing, validation, PO issuance, and closure; identify bottlenecks and drive cycle-time improvements.

• Ensure PO accuracy, contract alignment, legal entity and currency correctness, and accounting treatment compliance.

• Standardize and document procurement workflows and approval structures; drive consistency across divisions.

• Review and validate purchase requisitions for completeness, policy alignment, and appropriate spend authorization before PO issuance.

Change Orders & Vendor Governance

• Administer change order processes, including documentation, pricing validation, budget impact review, and approval routing per established protocols.

• Monitor change order volume, costs, and trends; surface escalation needs and improvement opportunities to the Director.

• Support vendor lifecycle management activities, including onboarding, renewals, performance tracking, and offboarding.

• Identify and help remediate unauthorized spend and policy exceptions.

AI & Automation

• Support evaluation and deployment of AI-enabled tools and workflow automation solutions, partnering with IT and the Director to operationalize new capabilities.

• Drive user adoption and change management for new procurement tools and platforms through training, documentation, and stakeholder engagement.

• Identify manual process gaps and recommend automation opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Metrics & Continuous Improvement

• Track and report on procurement KPIs including PR-to-PO cycle time, throughput, PO accuracy, CO rate, and policy compliance; deliver regular operational reporting to the Director.

• Conduct root-cause analyses on performance gaps and lead corrective action plans.

• Partner with the Director on benchmarking, process design, and strategic initiatives to improve scalability and stakeholder experience.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive procurement, procure-to-pay, finance operations, or supply chain experience; 2+ years in a management or team lead role.

• Demonstrated experience managing PR, PO, and CO workflows in enterprise or high-growth environments.

• Track record of process improvement, operational standardization, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Experience supporting governance, internal controls, compliance, and audit-readiness frameworks.

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, supply chain, or related field.

Preferred

• Proficiency with Zip (procure-to-pay), JD Edwards, ServiceNow, Metaviewer, or equivalent platforms.

• Experience with procurement transformation or automation initiatives.

• Familiarity with SOX-controlled or public-company environments.

• Familiarity with AI-enabled procurement technologies and P2P automation strategies.

• CPSM or CPM certification a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills with a coaching mindset.

• Ability to translate strategic direction into operational execution.

• Cross-functional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• High degree of creativity and self-drive

• Analytical and systems-thinking capabilities with a focus on process optimization.

• Strong in openness, able to tolerate discussion, differing ideas and regerous debate

• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and compliance.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:
This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to have the ability to operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, and move and carry up to 25 lbs. Finger dexterity is necessary.
 

This description outlines the basic responsibilities and requirements for the position noted. This is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the Associates. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
 

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

• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the company due to factors affecting the business.

General Overview of Compensation & Benefits:

• This position may be eligible for bonuses.
• This position may be eligible for commissions.
• This position will be eligible for the described benefits listed in the above section in accordance with Company Policy.
• This information is intended to be a general overview and may be modified by the Company due to factors affecting the business.

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