Intermediate Procurement Coordinator

Micro Procurement Coordinator

The Micro Procurement Coordinator supports purchasing execution for Animal Nutrition across Purina and Nutra Blend through accurate purchase order processing, vendor communication, and issue resolution. Success in this role is demonstrated through strong transactional accuracy, proactive follow-up, and effective support of buyers, planners, and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders along with communication with vendors.
• Track order status, confirm deliveries, and resolve issues with vendors or internal teams.
• Maintain accurate pricing catalogs and system data.
• Assist buyers with additional operational tasks as needed.
• Support workload balancing across the procurement team during peak periods or as backup coverage.
• Identify and contribute to improvements in PO processing, follow-up, and data accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and the ability to perform accurate, routine transactional work within established processes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or some college coursework preferred.
• One to three years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or an administrative support role preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP or SAP systems preferred.

Work Environment

This role is performed primarily through computer-based systems and phone communication and is sedentary in nature, requiring sustained computer use. Work may be performed in an office or remote setting. For remote or hybrid employees, a reliable internet connection and dedicated workspace during working hours are required.

Location

This position can be based virtually/remotely or in a hybrid capacity onsite in Arden Hills, Minnesota.

Schedule

Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay Range

$21.58 – $26.97 per hour

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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