Project Buyer I or II - Power Delivery

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

14h • $68,700 - $114,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer I or II – Power Delivery that will be responsible for working with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies, equipment and services. This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience (for Project Buyer II).
• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience (for Project Buyer I).
• Current driver’s license.
• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, purchasing processes and procedures.
• Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills.
• Strong customer service and analytical skills.
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers: solicit bids, analyze quotations, interview prospective suppliers, and select suppliers along with evaluating supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery time.
• Work with 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. Ensure suppliers adhere to contractual terms and conditions, including timeliness and quality standards.
• Negotiate with suppliers to purchase items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements.
• Analyze individual markets, handle budget and increase margin on a regular basis, track trends in purchasing habits.
• Track order status from time of placing order until delivery and communicate status to project teams.
• Visit project site to better understand project team challenges and develop streamlined procurement processes to be implemented.

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: Entry Level