Category Specialist II - Lighting

SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a

Category Specialist II - Lighting

that will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing sourcing strategies for specified categories or group of categories. This role will focus on optimizing costs, quality, and delivery while improving Supply Chain efficiencies and maintaining supplier relationships.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in development and implementation of Category Strategy for Assigned Categories by identifying and engaging with internal stakeholders across engineering and operations to capture category requirements
Manage Relationships with Key Suppliers while supporting the development of supplier business reviews while monitoring the supplier’s quality and delivery performance
Assist with the development of pricing strategies for project proposals along with monthly and annual category financial reviews with project information, metrics, forecast and strategy
Support Material Cost Reductions for Assigned Categories by assisting with supplier contract negotiations and aiding in the developing negotiation strategy including supplier profiles, commercial negotiations targets, defining switching costs, and building Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
Closely monitor market drivers affecting the category including raw material pricing and availability, supplier capacity, industry disruptions and new products
Responsible for forecasting, reporting, mitigating, and recovery of commodity inflation
Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
Minimum 4 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 strategic thinking, business acumen, and negotiations skills
Effective communication and presentation skills
Strong organization, planning and decision-making skills
Ability to influence without authority
Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback

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 $72,900 - $109,400.

(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.

This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

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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 Visaat this time.