Fall 2026 - Buyer Co-op

Koch Ag & Energy Solutions is seeking a Buyer Co-op who is excited about discovering their passions and potential while gaining real-world procurement and supply chain experience that creates value for our customers. This co-op opportunity allows you to work alongside experienced sourcing and procurement professionals while continuing your education. Unlike a traditional summer internship, this role is designed for a student who can work concurrently with their academic schedule throughout the school year.

About the Team

At Koch, our mission is to help people improve their lives by making and innovating valuable products and services. This posting is specifically for our Procurement team at Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) in Wichita, Kansas. As a Buyer Co-op, you will develop procurement and supplier management skills, gain exposure to sourcing strategies and purchasing processes, and build valuable business experience while contributing to real projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and procurement operations to help drive cost savings and supply chain efficiency.
• Gain hands-on experience with contract management, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration within a dynamic business environment.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to help ensure materials and services are available to support our operations and project needs.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a degree or alternative program (e.g., 4-year college program, 2-year technical college program, certificate program, upskilling program, etc.)
• Able to work concurrently with classes during the academic year
• Eligible for full-time employment before or by May 2027
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program of Supply Chain, Business, Data Analytics, Finance, Accounting, International Business, Economics, or Industrial Engineering
• Experience with software like PowerBI, Maximo, Ariba, SAP, etc.
• Interest in procurement, supply chain, supplier management, or strategic sourcing

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. Our benefits plan includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance, ADD, and disability coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation/time off
• Educational assistance
• Infertility assistance, paid parental leave, and adoption assistance (eligibility criteria apply)

Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy, or guideline, and benefits may vary by geographic region.

Pay

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.

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