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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and financial analysis to drive procurement excellence and sustainable sourcing practices. Proficient in leading cross-functional initiatives and communicating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
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Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementFinancial AnalysisProject ManagementProcurement Certification
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Hard Skills
Sourcing StrategiesCost ManagementCommodity Market AnalysisBudgetingForecastingContract NegotiationsSupplier AssessmentSpend AnalysisPricing StrategiesSupplier Performance Management
Soft Skills
Excellent CommunicationPresentation SkillsCollaborationInfluencing StakeholdersTeam Development
Tools & Technologies
ERP SystemsSAPOracle
Certifications & Qualifications
CPSMSPSM
Industry Keywords
GrainsStarchesSweetenersRaw MaterialsSustainability InitiativesSupplier InnovationCategory TransformationNorth America MarketSupply Chain Best PracticesFreight Economics
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesERPOracle
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Develop and execute regional category strategies for grains, starches and derivatives, soy, sweeteners, and other strategic raw materials
- Drive sourcing excellence and supplier performance across the North America market
- Ensure supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and sustainable sourcing practices
- Apply strategic sourcing methodology through spend analysis, market intelligence, supplier assessment, and portfolio diversification initiatives
- Develop and maintain commodity market analyses, should-cost models, supplier cost breakdowns, and pricing strategies
- Build and strengthen strategic supplier relationships, driving collaboration, innovation, and technology-enabled solutions
- Partner with Operations, Quality, Planning, Manufacturing Technology, Research & Development, Finance, Legal, and Supply Chain teams to resolve critical supply challenges and implement contingency plans
- Own category contributions to annual budgets, forecasts, productivity plans, and savings pipelines
- Communicate financial impacts to key stakeholders
- Lead supplier business reviews, executive escalations, and strategic relationship plans for critical suppliers across North America
- Support team development, succession planning, and cross-category strategic initiatives within Procurement
Requirements
What you’ll need- 7+ years of procurement experience managing high-value direct materials and developing sourcing strategies
- 7+ years of supply chain experience involving raw materials, supplier management, and procurement best practices
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Strong understanding of financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management principles
- Demonstrated experience in supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiations
- Strong project management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at multiple organizational levels
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting recommendations and business cases to senior leadership
- Proficiency with ERP systems, including SAP and Oracle
- Ability to analyze commodity markets, pricing trends, freight economics, and other supply-side factors to support strategic decision-making
- CPSM, SPSM, or equivalent procurement/supply chain certification
- Knowledge of specialty grains and sweeteners markets, including supplier landscape and market dynamics
- Experience driving sustainability initiatives, supplier innovation programs, or category transformation projects on a regional or global scale
- CV submitted in English
Benefits
Comp & perks- Professional development and career advancement opportunities within a global organization
- Inclusive, collaborative culture where diverse perspectives drive better outcomes
- Hybrid working arrangement