Koch Industries
Operational Buyer
Koch Industries, Wever, Iowa, United States, 52658
Your Job
Koch Fertilizer, LLC is looking for an Operational Buyer to join our Procurement Team in Wever, Iowa, at our Koch Fertilizer Iowa facility. Under Supervision, performs moderately complex purchasing duties with a high level of accuracy, to perform the full range of assigned tasks. These tasks relate to performing bid events, processing purchase orders, and coordinating with suppliers to meet the sites needs while minimizing cost. This individual will work on-site in a fast-paced work environment.
What You Will Do
Support compliance to the procurement process at the site and increases involvement of procurement in alignment with the business.Facilitate continuous engagement with the stakeholder community in the procurement process and category management.Participate in projects with other Koch Fertilizer personnel to evaluate possible synergies and cost saving projects.Ensure on-going efficiencies of the procurement functions by supporting the progress being made regarding the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Work with requestors to understand requirements, specifications, and timing, to conduct competitive bidding process; this includes soliciting RFIs/RFPs and robust bid analysis & recommendations.Participate as a team member actively pursuing and implementing cost reduction ideas and opportunities.Monitor and expedite orders, resolve supply-related issues, and collaborate with internal teams to align purchasing activities and production schedules.Secure and analyze quotations; negotiate prices and terms with suppliers; and recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery.Monitor and communicate performance of suppliers.Participate in early planning for turnarounds and key projects.Ensure use of framework agreements and preferred supplier agreements.Research invoices that were rejected by Accounts Payable and assist with getting them processed.Perform other duties as required or assigned.Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
6+ years' relevant experience; or a combination of 6 years of education and experience (i.e., 2 years' experience and bachelor's degree in relevant field)Experience with ERP systemsWhat Will Put You Ahead
Experience with SAP (S4 Hana)Procurement certification (APICS, etc.)Bachelor's degree in supply chain management
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.
Koch Fertilizer, LLC is looking for an Operational Buyer to join our Procurement Team in Wever, Iowa, at our Koch Fertilizer Iowa facility. Under Supervision, performs moderately complex purchasing duties with a high level of accuracy, to perform the full range of assigned tasks. These tasks relate to performing bid events, processing purchase orders, and coordinating with suppliers to meet the sites needs while minimizing cost. This individual will work on-site in a fast-paced work environment.
What You Will Do
Support compliance to the procurement process at the site and increases involvement of procurement in alignment with the business.Facilitate continuous engagement with the stakeholder community in the procurement process and category management.Participate in projects with other Koch Fertilizer personnel to evaluate possible synergies and cost saving projects.Ensure on-going efficiencies of the procurement functions by supporting the progress being made regarding the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Work with requestors to understand requirements, specifications, and timing, to conduct competitive bidding process; this includes soliciting RFIs/RFPs and robust bid analysis & recommendations.Participate as a team member actively pursuing and implementing cost reduction ideas and opportunities.Monitor and expedite orders, resolve supply-related issues, and collaborate with internal teams to align purchasing activities and production schedules.Secure and analyze quotations; negotiate prices and terms with suppliers; and recommend suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and delivery.Monitor and communicate performance of suppliers.Participate in early planning for turnarounds and key projects.Ensure use of framework agreements and preferred supplier agreements.Research invoices that were rejected by Accounts Payable and assist with getting them processed.Perform other duties as required or assigned.Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
6+ years' relevant experience; or a combination of 6 years of education and experience (i.e., 2 years' experience and bachelor's degree in relevant field)Experience with ERP systemsWhat Will Put You Ahead
Experience with SAP (S4 Hana)Procurement certification (APICS, etc.)Bachelor's degree in supply chain management
At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .
Who We Are
As a Koch Ag & Energy Solutions company, Koch Fertilizer delivers a full line of fertilizers designed to boost crop performance and help growers reach their yields. Our team also brings logistical expertise and a wide range of invaluable services, from delivered freight and logistics capabilities to online shipment tracking.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.