Power Delivery Project Buyer II - Strategic Procurement

M. A. Mortenson Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Life & disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Project Buyer II to support the Power Delivery Operating Group. Focus on building supplier relationships, managing procurement activities, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment for substations, wind collection, and transmission lines.

Responsibilities include leading procurement strategy, securing long-lead items, bid analysis, and drafting purchase agreements. Candidates should have 5+ years in procurement and a related degree, with strong negotiation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related discipline, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of procurement experience.
• Ability to handle multiple procurement activities with accuracy and timeliness.
• 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 and effective communication including openness to diverse input.
• Software experience.
• Current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Purchase equipment and materials at best value while meeting quality, quantity, and specification requirements.
• Lead procurement strategy development with project teams to align supply chain with goals and schedules.
• Plan material needs early to secure long-lead items.
• Solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers based on cost and schedule.
• Ensure buyouts align with budgets and manage procurement risks and compliance.
• Interpret technical specs and confirm supplier compliance.
• Lead risk mitigation planning for critical equipment and long-lead materials.
• Draft and execute purchase agreements and coordinate with Risk on surety requirements.
• Lead supplier calls to monitor performance and maintain partnerships.
• Track orders from placement through delivery and report status to teams.
• Conduct quarterly job site and supplier visits to strengthen relationships.
• Drive supplier performance improvements and risk mitigation.
• Work effectively with diverse backgrounds and levels.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical skills

Active listening

Software experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business or related field

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Project Buyer II to support the Power Delivery Operating Group. Focus on building supplier relationships, managing procurement activities, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment for substations, wind collection, and transmission lines.

Responsibilities include leading procurement strategy, securing long-lead items, bid analysis, and drafting purchase agreements. Candidates should have 5+ years in procurement and a related degree, with strong negotiation