Mortenson Construction
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a Category Specialist I - Steel that will be responsible for estimating, procurement, and project coordination of assigned material categories. This role will focus on optimizing costs, quality, and delivery while improving Supply Chain efficiencies and maintaining supplier relationships.
Hiring location: Minneapolis, MN
RESPONSBILITIES
Estimating and Procurement
Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for estimate preparation
Solicit quotes from manufacturers and trade partners
Understand project specifications and qualify manufacturer quotes
Create Proposals
Assist Design Phase with material selections based on client needs
Project Coordination
Create and Maintain procurement log
Manage Submittals and Shop Drawing process
Coordinate with project teams and other trades
Assist in implementation of Category Strategy for Assigned Categories
Identify and engage with internal stakeholders across engineering and operations to capture category requirements
Assess potential opportunities for categories including spend segmentation, category maturity, cost drivers, and supply market analysis
Support Annual Category Reviews including updated projects, metrics, strategy, and risk mitigation strategies
Support Relationships with Key Suppliers
Maintain relationship with suppliers at the appropriate level
Monitor supplier's quality and delivery performance
Assist with the Financial Success of Category
Assist with monthly and annual category financial reviews with project information, metrics, forecast and strategy, if applicable
Support Material Cost Reductions for Assigned Categories
Assist in supplier contract negotiations
Closely monitor market drivers affecting the category including raw material pricing and availability, supplier capacity, industry disruptions and new products.
Aid in forecasting, reporting, mitigating, and recovery of commodity inflation
Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance
Conduct category analysis and support assistant category mangers and category managers
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related discipline, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
2+ years of experience in a similar role
Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and/or materials, purchasing processes and procedures
Foundational business acumen, with familiarity with strategic thinking and negotiations
Effective communication and presentation skills
Time management and decision-making skills
Ability to collaborate and influence without authority
Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
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 $66,400 - $89,700. (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.
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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.
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Hiring location: Minneapolis, MN
RESPONSBILITIES
Estimating and Procurement
Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for estimate preparation
Solicit quotes from manufacturers and trade partners
Understand project specifications and qualify manufacturer quotes
Create Proposals
Assist Design Phase with material selections based on client needs
Project Coordination
Create and Maintain procurement log
Manage Submittals and Shop Drawing process
Coordinate with project teams and other trades
Assist in implementation of Category Strategy for Assigned Categories
Identify and engage with internal stakeholders across engineering and operations to capture category requirements
Assess potential opportunities for categories including spend segmentation, category maturity, cost drivers, and supply market analysis
Support Annual Category Reviews including updated projects, metrics, strategy, and risk mitigation strategies
Support Relationships with Key Suppliers
Maintain relationship with suppliers at the appropriate level
Monitor supplier's quality and delivery performance
Assist with the Financial Success of Category
Assist with monthly and annual category financial reviews with project information, metrics, forecast and strategy, if applicable
Support Material Cost Reductions for Assigned Categories
Assist in supplier contract negotiations
Closely monitor market drivers affecting the category including raw material pricing and availability, supplier capacity, industry disruptions and new products.
Aid in forecasting, reporting, mitigating, and recovery of commodity inflation
Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance
Conduct category analysis and support assistant category mangers and category managers
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related discipline, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
2+ years of experience in a similar role
Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and/or materials, purchasing processes and procedures
Foundational business acumen, with familiarity with strategic thinking and negotiations
Effective communication and presentation skills
Time management and decision-making skills
Ability to collaborate and influence without authority
Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback
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 $66,400 - $89,700. (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.
#LI-JY1 #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.
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