Buyer

Intrepid Potash • Carlsbad, NM

7d • Remote

About The Position

As an Intrepid Potash Buyer you will guide and participate in the procurement process, supporting various departments in different projects, from facilities improvements to construction projects and product production. This position requires the ability to multitask, problem solving skills and efficient communication skills. This is a remote position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum five (5) years experience or training within purchasing and/or procurement, or other related fields.
• Intermediate to advance computer skills, including, but not limited to: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, etc.
• Ability to calculate basic figures and amounts such as: proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume, pressure, density and capacity.
• Safety conscious, and willingness to work in a safety-driven environment.
• Work independently and identify unknown value driven initiatives.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Passion to make data driven decisions.
• Exceptional work ethic.
• Highly detailed orientated.
• Must be able to multi-task, and manage several different things at once.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor (BS) degree in related field.
• Experience in related industries like mining or manufacturing.
• ISM Certification.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and sourcing of goods and services for Intrepid operations.
• Work with end-users to ensure requirements and specifications are aligned.
• Facilitate the process of bid requests and bid awards.
• Investigate market conditions for goods and services.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain the greatest value for Intrepid.
• Review bid proposals from suppliers with end-user to determine award based on analytical data process.
• Interview suppliers to obtain information regarding products and services and supplier performance metrics.
• Ensure that procurement activities are aligned with Operations scheduling requirements, and expediate if needed.
• Maintain appropriate records and utilize ERP for data retrieval that is to be utilized to manage the materials process.
• Participate in on-call process within the Purchasing Team’s scheduled rotation.
• Develop reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals when applicable, and effectively present information to various groups.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical plans with prescription drug coverage, dental insurance and vision insurance.
• 401(K) with immediate vesting and generous employer match.
• Work-life balance with family-friendly work schedules.
• Opportunity to grow within position through Intrepid’s career path program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees