Category Manager I
SUMMARY
Mortenson is currently seeking a Category Manager I that will responsible for
developing, implementing, and managing sourcing strategies for consumables &
indirect materials and services categories. This role will focus on optimizing
costs, quality, and delivery while improving Supply Chain efficiencies and
maintaining supplier relationships. Responsibilities also include managing the
consumables purchasing team and ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery
of materials to meet timelines and requirements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, execute, and implement category strategies by engaging stakeholders,
analyzing spend and market dynamics, defining sourcing plans, and updating
strategies as business conditions evolve.
Identify, prioritize, and implement scalable consignment or EBOS
opportunities across EBOS categories and projects.
Lead supplier relationship management through executive level engagement,
business reviews, performance monitoring, and supporting operational needs
such as expedites.
Drive category financial performance by setting financial strategies,
developing pricing approaches, and leading monthly and annual financial
reviews with metrics, forecasts, and project updates.
Achieve material cost reductions by leading contract negotiations, defining
negotiation strategies and TCO models, monitoring market drivers, and
managing commodity inflation forecasting and mitigation.
Responsible for defining negotiations strategy including supplier profiles,
commercial negotiations targets, defining switching costs, and building Total
Cost of Ownership.
Assess potential opportunities for categories including spend segmentation,
category maturity, cost drivers, and supply market analysis
Build strong cross functional relationships by collaborating effectively with
individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
Closely monitor market drivers affecting the category including raw material
pricing and availability, supplier capacity, industry disruptions and new
products.
Provide leadership and coaching by modeling expected behaviors, offering
constructive feedback, managing performance, and
supporting additional responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction
management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related
experience
Minimum 6 years of experience in strategically managing and expanding
categories and suppliers, with a strong background in indirect materials &
services categories.
Current driver’s license
Strong understanding of consumables & indirect materials and services
purchasing processes and procedures
Strong business acumen with skills in strategic thinking and negotiation
Effective communication and presentation skills
Ability to lead people with experience in hiring, coaching, and mentoring a
team of professionals to anticipate needs and achieve short and long-term
goals.
Ability to influence without authority
Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to
diverse input and feedback
Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and
materials, purchasing processes and procedures
Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills
Ability to travel up to 30%
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 $102,000 - $153,000. (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 Visa at this
time.