Assistant Supply Chain Manager

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

74d • $99,500 - $134,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the vision, direction, and day to day operations of the Power Delivery - Supply Chain organization. You will work closely with operations teams and suppliers to plan, coordinate, and execute Supply Chain activities. You will be responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials to meet project timelines and requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience driving process improvements and leading change initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness.
• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, purchasing processes and procedures.
• Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills.
• Proven people leader with experience in hiring, coaching, and mentoring a team of professionals to anticipate needs and achieve short and long-term goals.
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence decisions in a matrix organization.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy.
• Shown positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Partner with internal stakeholders including project teams, estimating, and design phase leads to align supply chain strategies with project goals and timelines.
• Responsible for managing and implementing short and long-term sourcing strategies to achieve business objectives for the Supply Chain function and contribute to Company-wide strategy.
• Define sourcing initiatives in alignment with strategic plans and supply chain strategies.
• Support negotiations and maintain contracts and agreements with key suppliers and service providers, ensuring quality, reliability, and competitiveness.
• Build on established supplier relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and productivity, while leveraging the combined buying power of Mortenson's operations.
• Collaborate across all business functions to formulate, implement, and execute sourcing and continuous improvement strategies.
• Monitor and analyze industry trends and lead the implementation of best practices for supply chain.
• When selling materials, participate in contract negotiations with assigned customers. Ensure contract compliance.
• Collaborate with category team on project proposal strategy.
• Coordinate material planning to ensure timely delivery aligned with project schedules, including long-lead items and critical path materials.
• Lead the work of the buyer team, while establishing strategies for sourcing and supply chain with process excellence focus.
• Foster teamwork, collaboration, and integration within Supply Chain and across Mortenson to provide cohesive solutions and ensure effective delivery of strategy.
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Champion superior customer service by ensuring a customer focused approach and strong service orientation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees