What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer position at Koch?
Your Job
DEPCOM Power is hiring a Buyer to join their Supply Chain Team in Scottsdale, AZ. As a Buyer, you will play a critical role in supporting utility‑scale solar and energy projects by sourcing materials and services throughout the project lifecycle.
You will collaborate closely with project teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, cost‑effective, and compliant supply chain so
Our Team
We support BESS, Modules, Mechanical Structures, Balance Of Systems, Power Conversion Systems, Substation, Field General Conditions and other Major Equipment categories.
What You Will Do
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, DEPCOM Power is a leading energy solutions partner for the utility solar and broader energy industries, providing project development support, engineering, procurement and construction, energy storage, repowering and operations and maintenance services. Our highly skilled team of conventional and renewable power industry experts work to deliver the lowest cost of energy and the highest rate of return.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our 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 - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).
DEPCOM Power is hiring a Buyer to join their Supply Chain Team in Scottsdale, AZ. As a Buyer, you will play a critical role in supporting utility‑scale solar and energy projects by sourcing materials and services throughout the project lifecycle.
You will collaborate closely with project teams, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, cost‑effective, and compliant supply chain so
Our Team
We support BESS, Modules, Mechanical Structures, Balance Of Systems, Power Conversion Systems, Substation, Field General Conditions and other Major Equipment categories.
What You Will Do
- Execute purchasing activities for materials, equipment, and services in alignment with project schedules and business needs
- Identify, evaluate, and work with suppliers to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and on time delivery
- Prepare and manage purchase orders, contracts, and related documentation
- Coordinate with engineering, construction, logistics, and project management teams to support project execution
- Track orders, resolve issues, and proactively manage risks related to supply, cost, or schedule
- Support continuous improvement efforts within procurement processes and supplier performance
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and ethical sourcing practices
- Reporting on purchasing activities to stakeholders with consideration of finances
- Experience using technology tools to analyze data
- Experience working with teams to drive projects to completion
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Statistics or Data Science
- Experience in supplier negotiations and relationship management
- Familiarity with project financials and cost analysis
- Understanding of material lead times, logistics, and project schedules
- Experience supporting EPC, renewable energy, or large‑scale construction projects
Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, DEPCOM Power is a leading energy solutions partner for the utility solar and broader energy industries, providing project development support, engineering, procurement and construction, energy storage, repowering and operations and maintenance services. Our highly skilled team of conventional and renewable power industry experts work to deliver the lowest cost of energy and the highest rate of return.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our 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 - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).