Project Buyer I – Power

Mortenson

. Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers by soliciting bids, analyzing quotations, interviewing prospective suppliers, selecting suppliers, and evaluating supplier performance .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,700 - $92,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier relationship management, procurement strategy development, and contract negotiation while ensuring compliance with quality standards and budget management. Proficient in analyzing market trends and implementing effective purchasing processes to enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Supplier Relationship ManagementProcurement Strategy DevelopmentContract NegotiationMarket AnalysisConstruction Processes Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Purchasing ProcessesBudget ManagementAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsProcurement Logs Maintenance

Soft Skills

Verbal Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCustomer Service SkillsActive Listening Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in BusinessSupply Chain ManagementConstruction Management

Industry Keywords

Supplier Performance EvaluationPurchase AgreementsPurchase OrdersConstruction EquipmentConstruction Materials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers by soliciting bids, analyzing quotations, interviewing prospective suppliers, selecting suppliers, and evaluating supplier performance
Develop profitable purchasing strategies and propose procurement solutions that deliver value and reduce risk
Create and maintain procurement logs for supported operating group projects
Negotiate and prepare purchase agreements and purchase orders
Ensure suppliers adhere to contractual terms and conditions, including timeliness and quality standards
Negotiate favorable prices consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements
Analyze individual markets, handle budget and increase margin, and track purchasing trends
Track order status through delivery and communicate status to project teams
Visit project sites to understand challenges and develop streamlined procurement processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
Minimum 2 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
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Incentive plan eligibility