Project Buyer II - Power

Mortenson•Robbinsdale, MN

22h•$76,200 - $114,300

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Project Buyer II to join its Power Team. The role works with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services. The buyer develops supplier relationships, supports profitable purchasing strategies, negotiates agreements and orders, monitors supplier performance and order delivery, and helps improve procurement processes. The position also involves visiting project sites to better understand team challenges and create streamlined procurement processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or an equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
Minimum of 4 years of experience.
Current driver's license.
Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, and purchasing processes and procedures.
Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal, and communication skills.
Strong customer service and analytical skills.
Active listening and effective communication skills, including openness to diverse input and feedback.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain supplier relationships; solicit and analyze bids and quotations, interview prospective suppliers, select suppliers, and 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 and prepare purchase agreements and purchase orders, ensuring suppliers adhere to contractual terms and conditions, including timeliness and quality standards.
Negotiate with suppliers to purchase items and services at the most favorable prices consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements.
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.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
Dental plan.
401(k) 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.
Incentive plan eligibility.