James Koller
About James Koller
James Koller serves as the Associate Director at Navistar Inc, where he has worked since 2019. He has over 15 years of experience in procurement and commodity management, with a background that includes various roles at bp and Navistar Inc.
Current Role at Navistar
James Koller currently serves as Associate Director at Navistar Inc, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing various aspects of commodity management and strategy. His work is focused on optimizing procurement processes and managing commodity portfolios, particularly in the energy and metals sectors. Koller operates out of Lisle, Illinois, where he collaborates with senior leadership to align procurement strategies with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Navistar
Before his current position, Koller held several roles at Navistar Inc. He worked as a Portfolio Strategist in Commodities from 2012 to 2015, where he focused on developing strategies for commodity procurement. Prior to that, he served as Sr Commodity Analyst and Commodity Manager from 2010 to 2012. His tenure at Navistar has provided him with extensive experience in managing commodity portfolios and enhancing procurement practices.
Experience at bp
James Koller has a background in the energy sector from his time at bp. He worked as a Process Improvement Analyst from 2003 to 2005, followed by a role as an Exchange Analyst for six months in 2005. He continued his career at bp as a Gasoline Scheduler from 2006 to 2007 and later as an Exchange Balance Coordinator from 2007 to 2008. These positions contributed to his understanding of market dynamics and procurement strategies.
Education and Expertise
Koller holds a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Management and Finance from Purdue University, which he completed between 2001 and 2003. He possesses expertise in derivative hedging, which is a critical component of his procurement skills. With over 15 years of experience in market-facing roles, Koller has developed a strong foundation in commodity management and procurement strategies.