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Project Buyer II – Solar Equipment
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer II – Solar Equipment that will develop relationships with suppliers, solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers. Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer I that will develop relationships with suppliers, solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers. Work with Operations, Estimating, Design Phase, and Leadership.
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
- Quoting/Supplier Selection (Cost and schedule competitive)- Align buyout with budget (Supplier relations)
- Manage procurement risks
- Driving contract execution - Agreements executed prior to any lead time constraints
- Exception Requests
- Document Control
- Correct terms and conditions
- Manage Agreements (Supplier relations)- Ensure schedule is met (Supplier relations)
- Design, schedule, cost impacts
- Supplier calls
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
- 4 years of procurement experience.
- 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
- 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 $74,600 - $111,900. (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.
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.
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer II – Solar Equipment that will develop relationships with suppliers, solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers. Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer I that will develop relationships with suppliers, solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers. Work with Operations, Estimating, Design Phase, and Leadership.
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
- Quoting/Supplier Selection (Cost and schedule competitive)- Align buyout with budget (Supplier relations)
- Manage procurement risks
- Driving contract execution - Agreements executed prior to any lead time constraints
- Exception Requests
- Document Control
- Correct terms and conditions
- Manage Agreements (Supplier relations)- Ensure schedule is met (Supplier relations)
- Design, schedule, cost impacts
- Supplier calls
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
- 4 years of procurement experience.
- 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
- 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 $74,600 - $111,900. (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.
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.
Salary : $74,600 - $111,900