Assistant Supply Chain Manager

Overview

Assistant Supply Chain Manager at Mortenson — Minneapolis, MN.

The primary responsibility of this position is to support the vision, direction, and day-to-day operations of the Power Delivery - Supply Chain organization. You will work closely with operations teams and suppliers to plan, coordinate, and execute Supply Chain activities, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of materials to meet project timelines and requirements.

• Partner with internal stakeholders including project teams, estimating, and design phase leads to align supply chain strategies with project goals and timelines.
• Manage and implement short and long-term sourcing strategies to achieve business objectives for the Supply Chain function and contribute to company-wide strategy.
• Define sourcing initiatives in alignment with strategic plans and supply chain strategies.
• Support negotiations and maintain contracts and agreements with key suppliers and service providers, ensuring quality, reliability, and competitiveness.
• Build and sustain supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and productivity, leveraging Mortenson’s combined purchasing power.
• Collaborate across all business functions to formulate, implement, and execute sourcing and continuous improvement strategies.
• Monitor and analyze industry trends and lead the implementation of best practices for supply chain.
• Participate in contract negotiations with assigned customers when selling materials and ensure contract compliance.
• Collaborate with category teams on project proposal strategy.
• Coordinate material planning to ensure timely delivery aligned with project schedules, including long-lead items and critical-path materials.

• Lead the buyer team, establishing strategies for sourcing and supply chain with a process excellence focus.
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration to provide cohesive solutions and ensure effective delivery of strategy.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members; manage performance and cultivate a culture of continuous learning.
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels; champion customer service and a customer-focused approach.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or related experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated project management skills with ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience driving process improvements and leading change initiatives to enhance supply chain efficiency.
• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment, materials, and purchasing procedures.
• Negotiating, organizing, planning, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven people leader with experience hiring, coaching, and mentoring a team to meet goals.
• Ability to lead initiatives and influence decisions in a matrix organization; strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive professional attitude with strong customer service skills; active listening and openness to diverse input and feedback.
• Current driver’s license.

• Medical and prescription drug plans; vision coverage at no additional cost
• Dental plan
• 401(k) 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 resources and work-life support
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program

The base pay range for this role is $99,500 - $134,300. Actual range may be higher based on location (Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Washington, D.C.). Base pay reflects factors including knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Minneapolis, MN (Travel as needed to project sites and suppliers).

- Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

- Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

Mortenson is a top builder, developer, and EPC focused on markets such as sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, committed to making a lasting positive impact on the built environment.

Let’s Redefine Possible®

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 race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.