Sr Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Sr Manager, Strategic Sourcing

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 IT Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager reports to the Head of IT Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management Office (“SVMO”). The IT Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager must have expertise in sourcing and contract negotiations for the Information Technology categories of Application Development, Ecommerce, Enterprise Software, Technical Consulting, Networking Hardware, Data Center Hardware, PCs/Tablets/Peripherals, Hosting Services, Mobile Service Providers, Telecommunications, etc., including but not limited to determining user requirements, recommendations of practical solutions, and company-wide efforts to improve the cost effective use of technology. The IT Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will manage category sourcing initiatives involving contract development, negotiations, and supplier management. The primary focus will be to drive sourcing and contracting strategies for strategic vendor partnerships. The IT Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will analyze historical spend and extract potential sourcing opportunities for the business. The IT Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will develop working relationships with key stakeholders, including executives, and lead cross-functional teams to define the business requirements in developing the sourcing strategy and negotiate complex service level agreements. The ideal candidate is known as a category subject matter expert, a thought leader and has professional credibility within the IT portfolio. This is a hybrid role, and work can be performed in Arkansas, Dallas or Miami.

Your Responsibilities on the Team 

• Reviews documentation and legal drafts of contracts/agreements, ensuring contractual/agreement requirements are met, and works directly with Strategic Sourcing Managers and key stakeholders to ensure contract/agreement language and requirements are appropriate and comply with Lennar Corporation policies and procedures.
• Coordinates work with various departments and serves as a liaison between Lennar Corporation and vendors to oversee the intake, review and finalization of all IT and HR contracts that bind the corporation.
• Innovative thought leader with demonstrated good business acumen and can quickly understand complex business programs related to Information Technologies.
• Lead, mentor, and coach managers and specialists.
• Promote career development and manage the performance of the team.
• Review, draft, redline, and negotiate a variety of technology-related agreements, including SOW's, POC's, order forms, amendments, etc. while maintaining coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Supplier relationship management, engagement, and continuous improvement of supplier performance.
• Responsible for creating and facilitating the issuance and evaluation of RFP’s, RFI’s, etc.
• Ability to prepare and/or diagnose/interpret financial and other relevant analysis related to the product being sourced.
• Negotiate and prepare contracts with appropriate terms and conditions.
• Resolve conflicts or service level issues regarding supplier performance.
• Excellent understanding of IT protocols and guidelines; ensure that IT minimum standards are applied and properly documented.
• Effectively communicates program needs status with internal team members and external stakeholders, ability to build stakeholder trust and influence change.
• Proficient understanding of procurement systems and functionality and procure-to-pay processes.
• Effectively deal with conflict inherent in procurement and sourcing operations between suppliers and stakeholders.

Your Toolbox 

• 7+ years of IT Purchasing experience
• 7+ years of IT Sourcing experience
• Must have experience working with large technology partners such as AT&T, CDW, Cisco, IBM, Insight, Oracle, Microsoft, Salesforce, Verizon and VMWare.
• Juris doctorate required.
• ITIL experience preferred
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills.
• Ability to work in challenging and ambiguous environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives, clients, and team members regularly.
• Ability to work across functional areas to drive continuous improvement.
• Advanced experience with MS Office.
• Experience in a team-oriented environment is essential.
• Connects the dots between strategy and contracting.
• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Flexible during times of change.
• Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.
• Ability to elicit cooperation from many sources, including executives, clients, and other departments.
• Ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and operational skill sets.
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
• Strong Customer service skills and focus required.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
• Tenacious, driven, energetic and has a high degree of professional integrity.
• Follow directions from a supervisor.
• Interact well with co-workers, supervisors and management.
• Understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
• Accept constructive criticism.
• Maintain Professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements:

This is mainly a sedentary office position which requires the incumbent to operate computer equipment, speak, 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.

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.