Project Buyer I

Mortenson Construction; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Buyer I to foster supplier relationships and manage purchasing processes. This role involves negotiating favorable prices and ensuring timely delivery of materials while maintaining high standards of quality. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction or supply chain management, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Join a company dedicated to making a positive impact in various markets, including renewable energy and healthcare, and be part of a team that values diversity and innovation.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Mental Health Tool

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction processes and purchasing procedures.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Purchase items and services at favorable prices while ensuring quality.
• Track order status and communicate with project teams.

Skills

Negotiating Skills

Organizing Skills

Planning Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Customer Service Skills

Active Listening Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Supply Chain Management

Construction Management

Tools

Software Experience

Job description

Project Buyer I

Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer I that will develop relationships with suppliers, solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Purchase items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements, and other factors


• Create and maintain catalogs for each operating group or project that is supported


• Propose purchase transactions that higher authority approve prior to final action


• Arrange returns for unacceptable products to suppliers


• Track order status from the time of placing the order until delivery and communicate status to project teams


• Enter purchase orders and retain contact with suppliers to ensure delivery of material on a timely basis


• Visit job sites or offices quarterly at a minimum to develop more effective working relationships


• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels


• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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 openness to diverse input and feedback


• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience


• Software experience


• Current driver's license

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 $67,300 - $90,900. (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%).

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.

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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.