Mortenson · 1 day ago
Category Specialist I - Steel | Mortenson
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$65K/yr - $88K/yr
2+ years expMortenson 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.
Commercial Real EstateConstructionReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage Design Phase, Estimating, and Procurement for Key Projects
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
Create and Maintain procurement log
Manage Submittals and Shop Drawing process
Coordinate with project teams and other trades
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
Maintain relationship with suppliers at the appropriate level
Monitor supplier’s quality and delivery performance
Assist with monthly and annual category financial reviews with project information, metrics, forecast and strategy, if applicable
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
Qualification
Required
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
Benefits
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
Company
Mortenson
Mortenson is a U.S.-based, top-25 builder, developer and provider of energy and engineering services committed to helping organizations move their strategies forward.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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