Buyer I/II - BLUvera

Mortenson•Robbinsdale, MN

2d•$66,400 - $109,400•Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is hiring a Buyer I or Buyer II for BLUvera to work with production teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services. Procurement primarily covers permanently placed materials, indirect materials, and on-site services. Candidates may be considered at either level based on their experience and qualifications; compensation depends on factors including experience and location. The Buyer I supports sourcing and purchasing, supplier relationships, purchase-order accuracy, order tracking, material availability, supplier performance, issue resolution, negotiation development, cost savings, process improvement, inventory optimization, supply-risk reduction, and sourcing for new products and production changes. The Buyer II takes on broader supplier selection and performance evaluation, purchasing strategy, procurement solutions, negotiations and agreements, market and budget analysis, order-status communication, project-site visits, and special projects. Team members are expected to follow Mortenson’s leadership principles—Do the Right Thing, We Before Me, and Inspire What’s Possible—and contribute to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. The role is an indoor, climate-controlled office position requiring sitting, seeing, hearing, and use of a computer and office equipment, with or without accommodation. The position may change duties and responsibilities without notice. The role is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Base pay ranges are $66,400–$89,700 for Buyer I and $72,900–$109,400 for Buyer II; ranges are higher in certain listed locations. Visa sponsorship is not offered, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment-visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Current driver's license.
Active listening and effective communication skills, including openness to diverse input and feedback.
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or an equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
Buyer I: General knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, material flow, inventory management, and supply-chain fundamentals.
Buyer I: Working understanding of purchasing practices, supplier selection, quotation analysis, purchase orders, and commercial terms.
Buyer I: Basic knowledge of raw materials, manufactured components, specifications, bills of material, and quality requirements.
Buyer I: Developing ability to interpret production schedules, material requirements, drawings, and technical specifications.
Buyer I: Foundational negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.
Buyer I: Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide timely and accurate information.
Buyer I: Customer-focused approach and ability to balance production needs, supplier capabilities, cost, quality, and delivery.
Buyer I: Ability to monitor multiple priorities, follow through on commitments, and appropriately escalate supply risks.
Buyer I: Working proficiency with ERP or MRP systems, Microsoft Excel, and procurement-related technology.
Buyer II: Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, and purchasing processes and procedures.
Buyer II: Negotiation, organization, planning, verbal communication, and communication skills.
Buyer II: Strong customer-service and analytical skills.
Buyer I: Minimum 2 years of experience.
Buyer II: Minimum 4 years of experience.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment-visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

For Buyer I, build relationships with manufacturing suppliers by soliciting bids, analyzing quotations, supporting supplier selection, and maintaining effective communication.
Purchase raw materials, components, indirect materials, equipment, and services in line with quality, cost, delivery, and specification requirements.
Develop familiarity with production schedules, material requirements, lead times, inventory levels, and purchasing priorities.
Coordinate with production, planning, engineering, quality, and warehouse teams to support material availability and manufacturing objectives.
Create and maintain accurate purchase orders, pricing, delivery dates, and supplier information in the procurement system.
Monitor open orders, identify potential shortages or delays, and communicate emerging risks to stakeholders.
Support supplier performance management by tracking delivery, quality, responsiveness, and corrective-action requirements.
Assist with resolving material discrepancies, quality concerns, invoice issues, returns, and rejected materials.
Develop negotiation skills through supplier quotations, pricing discussions, lead-time reviews, and commercial comparisons.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, inventory optimization, and supply-risk reduction.
Support sourcing for new products, production changes, and supplier transitions.
Build effective working relationships with team members and suppliers across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
For Buyer II, establish and maintain supplier relationships; solicit bids, analyze quotations, interview prospective suppliers, and select suppliers.
Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery time.
Work with the manager to develop profitable purchasing strategies and propose procurement solutions that deliver value and reduce risk.
Create and maintain procurement logs for each supported operating-group project.
Negotiate with suppliers to purchase items and services at favorable prices consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements.
Negotiate and prepare purchase agreements and purchase orders, and ensure suppliers follow contractual terms, including timeliness and quality standards.
Analyze individual markets, handle budgets, increase margin, and track trends in purchasing habits.
Track orders from placement through delivery and communicate status to project teams.
Visit project sites to understand project-team challenges and develop streamlined procurement processes.
Lead special projects as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
Dental plan.
401(k) retirement plan with 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 work-life resources.
Tuition reimbursement.
Adoption assistance.
Gym membership discount program.
Incentive plan eligibility.