Director, Procurement Operations

Director, Procurement Operations We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for our 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 Director, Procurement Operations leads the transformation and scale of Lennar's end-to-end procurement operating model - spanning vendor onboarding, requisition approval, purchase order execution, and change order resolution. Partnering across Finance, IT, Legal, and business leadership, this role drives AI adoption, workflow automation, and data-driven performance management to deliver compliance, visibility, and operational efficiency at enterprise scale. Your Responsibilities on the Team Lead the transformation and scale of Lennar's end-to-end procurement operating model - spanning vendor onboarding, requisition approval, purchase order execution, and change order resolution. Own and optimize enterprise procurement workflows, policies, approval hierarchies, and governance frameworks across divisions in partnership with Finance, IT, Accounting, Legal, and business leadership. Establish procurement governance standards, internal controls, policy compliance frameworks, and audit-readiness processes that scale with enterprise growth. Build and empower a high-performing procurement operations organization of managers, specialists, and partners focused on operational excellence and stakeholder experience. Govern the full PR-to-PO lifecycle - intake, approval routing, conversion, and closure - with a focus on cycle-time optimization and spend authorization compliance. Ensure PO accuracy, contract alignment and audit readiness across legal entities, currencies, and accounting treatment, driving overall PO compliance. Establish change order protocols covering documentation, pricing validation, budget impact, approvals and escalation paths to minimize unauthorized or late-stage change orders. Drive vendor lifecycle management, renewals governance and spend optimization in partnership with sourcing and business stakeholders. Lead evaluation and operationalization of AI-powered tools and workflow automation across PR/PO routing, invoice matching, exception management and supplier intelligence; partner with IT to integrate P2P and ERP capabilities. Own the procurement operations KPI portfolio - cycle time, throughput, PO on-time delivery, change order rate, spend under management, policy compliance, and supplier performance - and deliver executive-level reporting that informs strategic decision-making. Your Toolbox Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field required; MBA preferred. 10+ years of progressive procurement, procure-to-pay, finance operations, or supply chain experience, with 5+ years in a leadership role. Demonstrated experience managing PR, PO, and change order workflows and scaling procurement operations in enterprise or high-growth environments. Proven track record deploying procurement transformation, automation, or AI procurement solutions at scale. Experience supporting governance, internal controls, compliance and audit readiness in public company or SOX-controlled environments preferred. Proficiency with procure-to-pay and ERP platforms such as Zip, JD Edwards, NetSuite, or Coupa. CPSM or CPM certification preferred. Executive presence and proven ability to influence senior leadership and drive cross-functional alignment. Strategic mindset paired with operational execution expertise; strong analytical, systems-thinking and process-optimization capabilities. Outstanding communication, presentation and change management skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the organization. Proven ability to drive scalable operational transformation in fast-paced, results-driven environments. 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. 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 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. Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lennar USA