Procurement Operation Manager

Archer Daniels Midland Company; Deutschland; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) is seeking an experienced leader to oversee Procurement Execution and Inbound Logistics, ensuring uninterrupted raw material supply and optimized costs. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage 3PLs and transportation vendors, and drive compliance and continuous improvement across ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle or D365.

You will coordinate with Planning, Manufacturing, Warehouse, Quality, Regulatory and Finance to deliver best-in-class service and cost

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, International Trade, Procurement or related field.
• 8–10+ years in Procurement Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Import/Export or related functions.
• 3–5+ years of people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement operations, import/export, customs and transportation.
• Experience managing 3PLs, freight forwarders, customs brokers and transportation vendors.
• Strong ERP and reporting skills, preferably SAP/Oracle/D365, Excel and Power BI.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, stakeholder management and people leadership skills.
• Experience in cross-functional coordination with Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, Warehouse, Quality, Regulatory and Finance.
• Proven track record in process improvement, cost optimization and KPI management.
• Experience with audits, internal controls, trade compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in Animal Nutrition, FMCG, Food Ingredients, Nutrition, Chemical, Pharmaceutical or Manufacturing is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage Procurement Execution and Inbound Logistics operations to ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials.
• Drive process improvement, digitalization and automation to improve productivity and control.
• Own end-to-end raw material supply execution from PO release through final receipt.
• Monitor orders, shipment status, import documentation, schedules and supply risks.

Kenntnisse

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, International Trade, Procurement or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

D365

Excel

Power BI

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

Lead and manage Procurement Execution and Inbound Logistics operations to ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials, support production requirements, optimize operational costs, mitigate supply risks and maintain compliance.

1. Team & Process Management

• Lead, manage and develop Procurement Execution and Logistics teams to achieve operational, service, cost and compliance objectives.
• Establish clear roles, responsibilities and performance expectations; coach and develop team members.
• Design, standardize and continuously improve Procurement Execution and Logistics processes, SOPs and control mechanisms.
• Drive process improvement, digitalization and automation to improve productivity, visibility and operational control.

2. Procurement Execution & Logistics Operations

• Own end-to-end raw material supply execution, from PO release through final receipt, ensuring continuity of supply.
• Monitor open orders, shipment status, import documentation, delivery schedules and supply risks.
• Coordinate suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehouses, manufacturing sites and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to supplier delivery, transportation, customs, import documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Manage logistics service providers, including service level, cost, performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee logistics-related costs including freight, customs clearance and inland transportation.

3. Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and monitor KPIs including OTIF, supplier delivery reliability, open orders, logistics cost, freight cost and customs clearance lead time.
• Analyze performance data to identify bottlenecks, root causes and improvement opportunities.
• Develop improvement plans to enhance service levels, efficiency, cost performance and supply reliability.
• Prepare performance reports and recommendations for senior management.

4. Risk & Compliance

• Manage risks related to supply continuity, logistics, transportation and trade compliance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, import/export regulations, customs requirements and applicable laws.
• Lead operational exceptions, escalations and corrective actions.
• Support audits and regulatory inspections and maintain contingency/business continuity plans.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, International Trade, Procurement or related field.
• 8–10+ years in Procurement Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, Import/Export or related functions.
• 3–5+ years of people management experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement operations, import/export, customs and transportation.
• Experience managing 3PLs, freight forwarders, customs brokers and transportation vendors.
• Strong ERP and reporting skills, preferably SAP/Oracle/D365, Excel and Power BI.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, stakeholder management and people leadership skills.
• Experience in cross-functional coordination with Procurement, Planning, Manufacturing, Warehouse, Quality, Regulatory and Finance.
• Proven track record in process improvement, cost optimization and KPI management.
• Experience with audits, internal controls, trade compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in Animal Nutrition, FMCG, Food Ingredients, Nutrition, Chemical, Pharmaceutical or Manufacturing is preferred.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion | ADM.

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.