Senior Project Buyer

Aston Carter • Minneapolis, MN

1d • $85,000 - $128,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Experienced Project Buyer
Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make an impact on large-scale construction projects? We are seeking an Experienced Project Buyer to join a collaborative and innovative organization supporting complex, high-impact construction projects across a variety of industries and project types. This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional who enjoys building supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and partnering with project teams to ensure successful project execution.
What You'll Do
As a Project Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing and procuring materials, equipment, and services that keep complex construction projects moving forward. You'll partner closely with project teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 4+ years of procurement, purchasing, or project buying experience.
• Strong knowledge of purchasing processes, sourcing, negotiations, and contract administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to support diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced and evolving environments.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials, equipment, and services while ensuring best overall value.
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders and purchase agreements.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Monitor procurement activities from order placement through final delivery.
• Resolve supplier issues, including returns, replacements, and quality concerns.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and evaluate supplier performance.
• Coordinate and lead procurement meetings with internal teams and external partners.
• Provide procurement support and analytical insights to project management teams.
• Track project purchasing activities and proactively communicate updates.
• Visit project sites periodically to strengthen relationships and understand field operations.
• Support successful project execution through effective planning, organization, and collaboration.

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior