Senior Supply Chain Manager II

Mortenson; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager II to lead procurement and logistics for construction projects. You will partner with operations teams and suppliers to plan, source, and execute supply chain activities, ensuring timely, cost-effective delivery of materials to meet project timelines.

The role focuses on strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationships. You will drive continuous improvement across the supply chain, coach teammates, and align procurement with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, purchasing processes and procedures.
• Negotiation and communication skills.
• Proven people leader with experience hiring, coaching, and mentoring a team.
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence decisions in a matrix organization.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy.
• Customer service mindset with professional approach.
• Active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related field.
• Minimum 14 years of experience.
• Current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop short- and long-term sourcing strategies to meet business objectives for the Supply Chain function and contribute to company-wide strategy.
• Define and direct sourcing initiatives aligned with strategic plans and supply chain strategies.
• Negotiate and maintain contracts with key suppliers and service providers to ensure quality, reliability and competitiveness.
• Establish strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, cost, delivery and productivity.
• Collaborate across functions to implement sourcing and continuous improvement strategies.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders across the organization including operations, finance and IT.
• Monitor industry trends and lead adoption of best practices for supply chain.
• Provide centralized leadership to designated procurement aspects for construction projects.
• Lead contract negotiations with customers and ensure contract compliance when selling materials.
• Develop pricing strategies and guide category teams on proposals.

Skills

Construction processes knowledge

Negotiation & communication

People leadership

Influence in matrix org

Attention to detail

Customer service

Active listening

Drive for results

Contract management

Education

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

Minimum 14 years of experience

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager II that will support the vision, direction, and day to day operations of the Supply Chain organization. You will work closely with operations teams and suppliers to plan, coordinate, and execute Supply Chain activities. You will be responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials to meet project timelines and requirements.

EXPECTATIONS OF ALL TEAM MEMBERS

At Mortenson, we believe everyone is a leader. For that reason, every team member is expected to apply our leadership principles - Do the Right Thing, We Before Me and Inspire What's Possible - in their work. This means we act with dependability, initiative and a positive attitude to produce high quality work and deliver an exceptional customer experience. We are on time, productive and consistent in our attendance. We approach work as part of a team, listen to the opinions of others and cooperate to achieve project goals. We accept direction from supervisors and seek out constructive feedback. We follow rules and procedures to ensure quality work and safeguard the wellbeing of ourselves and others. We push to exceed the established goals, standards and accountabilities of our positions to increase quality, safety and innovation.

All team members are responsible for supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, as well as positively contributing to our company culture. This begins by aligning with Mortenson's values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, in addition to abiding by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supply Chain Operations and StrategyResponsible for identifying and developing short and long-term sourcing strategies to achieve business objectives for the Supply Chain function and contribute to Company-wide strategy.
• Define and direct sourcing initiatives in alignment with strategic plans and supply chain strategies.
• Negotiate and maintain contracts and agreements with key suppliers and service providers, ensuring quality, reliability, and competitiveness.
• Establish strong and effective relationships with key suppliers (existing and new) to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and productivity, while leveraging the combined buying power of Mortenson's operations
• Collaborate across all business functions to formulate, implement, and execute sourcing and continuous improvement strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, including service groups, operations, finance, and IT.
• Monitor and analyze industry trends and lead the implementation of best practices for supply chain
• Provide centralized leadership to designated aspects of construction project-specific procurement and identify aspects that necessitate independent, site-level procurement
• When selling materials, lead contract negotiations with assigned customers. Ensure contract compliance
• Develop pricing strategies and provide guidance to category team on project proposals

People Leadership

• Develop the vision and key focus areas for the team of purchasing agents and buyers, while establishing strategies for sourcing and supply chain with process excellence focus.
• Foster teamwork, collaboration, and integration within Supply Chain and across Mortenson to provide cohesive solutions and ensure effective delivery of strategy.
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively set individual and team priorities as well as manage performance.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Champion superior customer service by ensuring a customer focused approach and strong service orientation.
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, purchasing processes and procedures
• Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills
• Proven people leader with experience in hiring, coaching, and mentoring a team of professionals to anticipate needs and achieve short and long-term goals.
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence decisions in a matrix organization.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy
• Shown positive and professional attitude and strong customer service skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication including an 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
• Minimum 14 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 s