Associate Buyer - Solar

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement plan with a generous M

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

Paid time off, holidays, and otherpaid

Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disabil

Tuition reimbursement

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson in Minneapolis, MN is seeking an Associate Buyer - Solar to work with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, equipment and services for solar projects. You will establish supplier relationships, solicit bids, evaluate performance, negotiate favorable terms, and manage procurement logs to support multiple operating group projects while aiming to reduce risk and improve margins.

Strong collaboration across construction teams and suppliers is required, along with a practical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent with technical training
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience in construction or related field
• Knowledge of procurement processes and supplier management will be a plus

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain supplier relationships; solicit bids and select suppliers
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery
• Develop profitable purchasing strategies and procurement solutions to reduce risk
• Create and maintain procurement logs for each project
• Negotiate purchase agreements and orders ensuring compliance with terms
• Track orders from placement to delivery and communicate status to project teams
• Visit project sites to understand challenges and streamline procurement processes
• Lead special procurement projects as needed
• Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders

Skills

Supplier relations

Negotiation

Procurement/logistics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management or related field

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking an Associate Buyer - Solar that will be responsible for working with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies, equipment and services.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers: solicit bids, analyze quotations, interview prospective suppliers, and select suppliers
• Evaluate 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 with suppliers to purchase items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements
• Negotiate and prepare purchase agreements and purchase orders. Ensure suppliers adhere to contractual terms and conditions, including timeliness and quality standards
• 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
• Lead special projects for team as requested
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• Current driver’s license

Essential Physical Requirements

Non-Craft Statement (Office)

This position requires the following with or without an accommodation; sitting, seeing, hearing, and utilization of a computer and office equipment. The working environment consists of indoor and climate-controlled settings.

This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice

A Few Benefits Offered Include

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• 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

The base pay range for this role is $59,300 - $80,000.

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

Please Make Note

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let’s Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items To Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.