Rick Kohler

Rick Kohler, MBA has a diverse work experience in procurement and materials management spanning over four decades. Rick is currently serving as the Vice President of Procurement at Standard Iron & Wire Works, a position they have held since February 2023. Prior to this, Rick served as the Director of Corporate Purchasing at Lozier Corporation, where they successfully managed procurement for raw materials, MRO, and capital spend. During their tenure, they significantly increased cost savings and was responsible for imported product and intermodal negotiations. Before joining Lozier Corporation, Rick worked as the Central Region Purchasing Manager at Olympic Steel and as the Director of Materials and Quality at BTD Manufacturing Inc. Rick also held positions as the Purchasing Manager at Polaris Industries and John Deere. Rick began their career at Goodrich Aerospace as a Senior Cost Accountant/Internal Auditor. Overall, their extensive experience and expertise make him a valuable asset in the field of procurement and materials management.

Rick Kohler, MBA has a Master's Degree in Business Administration, which they obtained from the University of Mary between 1993 and 1995. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Valley City State University, completing their studies from 1980 to 1984.