Procurement Agent II

Description

• Collaborate with the Design and Project Management team to define design selections, project scope, and ensure that bid packages contain the detailed specifications and timelines required for accurate quoting. 
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor bids verifying completeness and accuracy against project specifications. 
• Release request for quotes (RFQ’s) to suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors. 
• Prepare and execute project job orders, awarding work to competitive and unit cost subcontractors and vendors. 
• Manage a comprehensive, up to date, contact list of vendors and subcontractors tracking performance, compliance, contracts, and communications. 
• Generate and analyze subcontractor leads to determine suitability and potential partnership opportunities.  
• Oversee subcontractor, vendor, and supplier schedules on a weekly basis. 
• Upload and maintain unit cost agreements on a quarterly basis. 
• Acquire and manage rebates for commodity items ensuring accurate cost capture and that rebates are properly recorded. 
• Maintains and manages office inventory (field equipment, safety gear/equipment, other tools as needed for project management). 
• Communicate professionally building and maintaining strong relationships with all internal and external stakeholders. 
• Performs site visits in the field as needed, required, or requested. 
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned. 
• Models and reinforces actions and behaviors consistent with the MN Custom Homes’ values, mission, and culture. 

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred (business, construction, supply chain, civil/structural engineering).  High school diploma required. 
• 3+ years of experience within procurement, residential construction, or other applicable fields. 
• Strong analytical skills with a proven background in identifying potential roadblocks and uncovering insights through the analysis of numbers and data. 
• Proven experience in effective collaboration with a demonstrated service-oriented mindset and strong customer centric focus. 
• Experienced in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, and Bluebeam.  Salesforce preferred. 
• Construction and/or residential construction experience preferred. 
• Ability to analyze tasks and identify potential roadblocks, proactively taking the necessary steps to ensure that processes run efficiently. 
• Passion for uncovering insights and telling stories through the analysis of numbers and data. 
• Proficient in interpreting architectural and/or engineering drawings to inform procurement decisions. 
• Experienced in creating budgets, performing material-takeoffs, and understanding contract structure. 
• Skilled in managing multiple demands, adapting style and approach to suit rapidly changing tasks, shifting priorities, competing demands, and transitions into new assignments. 
• Embraces a growth mindset actively pursuing continuous development opportunities with a robust willingness to learn and adapt. 
• Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.  
• Advanced computer skills with expertise in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, and proficiency in Bluebeam. 
• Salesforce experience preferred. 

• This position requires frequent use of a computer, including keyboard functions and visual acuity of 20 inches or fewer on a daily basis 
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer  
• Must be able to lift up to 20lbs on occasion with or without accommodation 

• Infrequent travel on an ad hoc basis in a 5-mile radius of Bellevue & Kirkland  

• 100% covered employee premiums for medical and dental self-coverage
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• 100 % employer-paid long term disability insurance
• Paid medical and family leave 
• Critical illness insurance 
• 401(K) with generous company match, no vesting schedule, and access to professional financial advisors 
• 15 PTO & 9 holidays
• New iPhone for your personal and business use
• Free onsite parking
• Company paid events
• Complimentary snacks & beverages
• Hybrid work schedule option combining remote work-from-home with regular weekly in-office workdays available, subject to change as determined by business need