Project Buyer II - Power

Mortenson Construction; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription plans

Vision coverage included

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson Construction seeks a Project Buyer II to join the Power Team in Minneapolis, responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, equipment and services for projects. You will build supplier relationships, solicit bids and manage procurement to deliver value and reduce risk.

The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, budget management and cross-functional collaboration, with a focus on quality, timelines and cost efficiency in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers; solicit bids, analyze quotations, interview prospective suppliers, and evaluate supplier performance.
• 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 terms and quality standards
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain items and services at best price while meeting quality and specs
• Analyze markets, manage budget and increase margin; track purchasing trends
• Track order status from placement to delivery and communicate to project teams
• Visit project site to understand challenges and streamline procurement processes

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Purchasing & procurement

Negotiation

Budget analysis

Data-driven decision making

Verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management

Tools

ERP/Procurement systems

MS Excel

Job description

Project Buyer II - Power

Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer II to join our Power Teamthat will be responsible for working with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies, equipment and services.

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer II to join our Power Teamthat 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 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

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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

• 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

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 conciergewith extensive work-life resources

• Tuition reimbursement

• Adoption Assistance

• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $76,200 - $114,300. (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. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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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.

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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.