Purchasing Agent
Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc., Hills, IA, United States
Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is hiring for a Purchasing Agent to support our wholesale feed ingredient division at our Hills, Iowa location.
We’re more than just a family-owned business. We’re built on service, challenged to exceed expectations, and driven to serve our customers for success. Within our eight divisions, you’ll find a diverse offering of career opportunities for every interest and skillset. Our 300+ employees have extensive experience in agronomy services, manure handling equipment, feed ingredient distribution, transportation, logistics, precision & application equipment, wholesale hose and valve products, and grain handling equipment. We are an organization that is committed to giving back to the communities we serve, celebrating our employees in their successes, dedication to our company values, and enabling further education for career advancement. As practices, equipment, and technology continue to advance and shift, we can guarantee our tradition of serving for success remains the same; just as it has since 1934.
About The Job As the Purchasing Agent, you will be responsible for sourcing and securing high-quality feed ingredients, nutritional additives and related materials to meet distribution needs. This position requires a strong understanding of vendor management, market trends, industry regulations and pricing.
Responsibilities
Develops, leads, and executes purchasing strategies
Monitors market conditions and commodity pricing to inform purchasing decisions and mitigate risk
Maintains relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality and supply
Coordinates with the dispatch and warehouse teams to manage inbound shipments
Maintains accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance
Ensures compliance with industry regulations and internal quality standards
Participates in strategic sourcing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Analyzes inventory levels and forecasts demand to prevent shortages or overstock situations
Supports sustainability and traceability initiatives related to sourcing
Ability to back up other Purchasing Agents in their absence
Maintains a clean, safe working environment
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in agricultural field and/or two years of equivalent experience is required
Proficiency with ERP systems for managing purchase orders, inventory and supplier data
Ability to gather and analyze data, negotiate and network
Possess resourcefulness in finding solutions to problems
Strong leadership abilities
Attend job related/industry professional development meetings
Occasional travel may be required, as needed
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation
Benefits We offer a wide range of employee benefits along with competitive compensation, opportunities for career development, and a dynamic work environment.
Affordable healthcare coverage for you and your family, including health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
Employee Assistance Program
Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer and Critical Illness coverage
Casual dress, with company provided stipend for logo wear
Tuition Reimbursement Program, including training and seminars for professional development
401K Retirement Plan & Profit Sharing
Bereavement Policy
Employee Recognition Program, including peer nominated awards and company provided lunches
Paid Time Off, including vacation & sick time, paid holidays, jury duty PTO, and paid time to volunteer in your community
Interested in joining the Stutsman team? Apply today! Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing all qualified candidates an equal chance to gain employment, free of discrimination and harassment.
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We’re more than just a family-owned business. We’re built on service, challenged to exceed expectations, and driven to serve our customers for success. Within our eight divisions, you’ll find a diverse offering of career opportunities for every interest and skillset. Our 300+ employees have extensive experience in agronomy services, manure handling equipment, feed ingredient distribution, transportation, logistics, precision & application equipment, wholesale hose and valve products, and grain handling equipment. We are an organization that is committed to giving back to the communities we serve, celebrating our employees in their successes, dedication to our company values, and enabling further education for career advancement. As practices, equipment, and technology continue to advance and shift, we can guarantee our tradition of serving for success remains the same; just as it has since 1934.
About The Job As the Purchasing Agent, you will be responsible for sourcing and securing high-quality feed ingredients, nutritional additives and related materials to meet distribution needs. This position requires a strong understanding of vendor management, market trends, industry regulations and pricing.
Responsibilities
Develops, leads, and executes purchasing strategies
Monitors market conditions and commodity pricing to inform purchasing decisions and mitigate risk
Maintains relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality and supply
Coordinates with the dispatch and warehouse teams to manage inbound shipments
Maintains accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance
Ensures compliance with industry regulations and internal quality standards
Participates in strategic sourcing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Analyzes inventory levels and forecasts demand to prevent shortages or overstock situations
Supports sustainability and traceability initiatives related to sourcing
Ability to back up other Purchasing Agents in their absence
Maintains a clean, safe working environment
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in agricultural field and/or two years of equivalent experience is required
Proficiency with ERP systems for managing purchase orders, inventory and supplier data
Ability to gather and analyze data, negotiate and network
Possess resourcefulness in finding solutions to problems
Strong leadership abilities
Attend job related/industry professional development meetings
Occasional travel may be required, as needed
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background investigation
Benefits We offer a wide range of employee benefits along with competitive compensation, opportunities for career development, and a dynamic work environment.
Affordable healthcare coverage for you and your family, including health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
Employee Assistance Program
Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Life Insurance
Group Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer and Critical Illness coverage
Casual dress, with company provided stipend for logo wear
Tuition Reimbursement Program, including training and seminars for professional development
401K Retirement Plan & Profit Sharing
Bereavement Policy
Employee Recognition Program, including peer nominated awards and company provided lunches
Paid Time Off, including vacation & sick time, paid holidays, jury duty PTO, and paid time to volunteer in your community
Interested in joining the Stutsman team? Apply today! Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing all qualified candidates an equal chance to gain employment, free of discrimination and harassment.
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