Purchasing Agent

Eldon C. Stutsman, Inc. is hiring for a Purchasing Agent to support our wholesale feed ingredient division at our Hills, Iowa location.Who We AreWe’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 JobAs 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.ResponsibilitiesDevelops, leads, and executes purchasing strategiesMonitors market conditions and commodity pricing to inform purchasing decisions and mitigate riskMaintains relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality and supplyCoordinates with the dispatch and warehouse teams to manage inbound shipmentsMaintains accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performanceEnsures compliance with industry regulations and internal quality standardsParticipates in strategic sourcing initiatives and continuous improvement effortsAnalyzes inventory levels and forecasts demand to prevent shortages or overstock situationsSupports sustainability and traceability initiatives related to sourcingAbility to back up other Purchasing Agents in their absenceMaintains a clean, safe working environmentRequirementsBachelor’s degree in agricultural field and/or two years of equivalent experience is requiredProficiency with ERP systems for managing purchase orders, inventory and supplier dataAbility to gather and analyze data, negotiate and networkPossess resourcefulness in finding solutions to problemsStrong leadership abilitiesAttend job related/industry professional development meetingsOccasional travel may be required, as neededPossess and maintain a valid driver’s licenseAbility 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 insuranceFlexible Spending Account and Health Savings AccountEmployee Assistance ProgramLong-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Life InsuranceGroup Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer and Critical Illness coverageCasual dress, with company provided stipend for logo wearTuition Reimbursement Program, including training and seminars for professional development401K Retirement Plan & Profit SharingBereavement PolicyEmployee Recognition Program, including peer nominated awards and company provided lunchesPaid Time Off, including vacation & sick time, paid holidays, jury duty PTO, and paid time to volunteer in your communityInterested 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.