Senior BuyerSenior Buyer

M. A. Mortenson Company; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 84,500 - 126,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401k retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and other leaves

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

M. A. Mortenson Company in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is looking for a Senior Buyer. In this role, you will collaborate with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, ensuring optimal pricing and quality for consumables and services.

Applicants should possess a bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain management and a minimum of six years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and negotiating skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in procurement or related field.
• Knowledge of construction processes and materials.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data and make sound decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with suppliers and select them based on bids.
• Purchase items and services with an emphasis on cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinate procurement activities from concept to production.

Skills

Negotiating skills

Analytical skills

Verbal and communication skills

Customer service skills

Planning and organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain management

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Buyer who will be responsible for working with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies, equipment and services. The primary focus of material procurement includes consumables, indirect materials, and on‑site services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop relationships with suppliers: solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers

• 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

• Source and qualify suppliers for new products and components

• Coordinate procurement activities from concept through production launch

• Arrange returns for unacceptable products to suppliers

• Track order status from time of placing 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

• Train project teams to effectively utilize procurement system

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

• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

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

• Minimum 6 years of experience

• Current driver’s license

• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, purchasing processes and procedures

• New product introduction and product lifecycle management process experience

• Strategic sourcing and category management principles

• Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills

• Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced environment

• Analyze complex data and make sound business decisions under time constraints

• Drive alignment across cross‑functional teams with competing priorities

• Adapt quickly to changing product requirements and market conditions

• Strong customer service and analytical skills

• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

BENEFITS

(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

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this role is $84,500 - $126,800. 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.

OTHER ITEMS TO NOTE

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

• 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.

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.