SUMMARY 

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

Location: Minneapolis, MN

RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchase items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements, and other factors
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
Facilitate and run meetings internally and externally
Enter purchase agreements and retain contact with suppliers to ensure delivery of material on a timely basis
Enter purchase orders and retain contact with suppliers to ensure delivery of material on a timely basis
Visit job sites or offices annually 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

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or related discipling or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
4+ years of procurement experience and/or experience in a similar role
Knowledge of construction processes, equipment, and materials, purchasing processes, and procedures (preferred)
Project Management experience (preferred)
Understanding of the construction industry (preferred)
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
Software experience
Current driver's license

The base pay range for this role is $85,300 - $128,000. (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.

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

#LI-TH1 #LI-Hybrid

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.

Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site