Category Specialist, CAPEX and Labor & Services

Primient; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 67,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) with match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Primient is seeking a Category Specialist for CAPEX and Labor & Services to support procurement operations from field to leadership levels. You will handle supplier data, bid activities, contract administration, and KPI reporting, working with SAP and other systems.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in procurement or supply chain, strong Excel/Power BI skills, and experience collaborating with engineers and operations. The role is based in Lafayette, IN, with a robust total rewards package.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance or related field.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CPSM) preferred.
• Excel or Power BI certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier records and documentation.
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Skills

SOX compliance

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Cross-functional teamwork

Procurement fundamentals

Stakeholder engagement

AI awareness

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Business, Supply Chain, Finance or related

Procurement or Supply Chain certification (preferred)

Excel or Power BI certification (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

Location: This role may be based in Lafayette, IN; Decatur, IL; or Loudon, TN

About the Role

The Category Specialist, CAPEX and Labor & Services (Specialist, Category Procurement) provides operational, analytical, and administrative support for procurement activities through supplier data management, sourcing event support, contract administration, reporting, and compliance activities. This role serves as a foundation for category management and procurement operations.

Key responsibilities: Category Specialist, CAPEX and Labor & Services

Procurement Administration

• Maintain supplier records and documentation
• Support vendor onboarding and qualification activities
• Manage procurement databases and tracking tools.
• Assist with Capex category presentations to senior leadership.
• Assist with tracking and reporting Capex avoidance progress toward KPIs
• Assist with creating and maintaining savings models and tracking monthly progress toward Capex and L&S KPIs.

Sourcing Support

• Prepare bid packages and supplier communications.
• Collect and organize supplier responses.
• Assist in preparing bid analysis summaries.

Contract Support

• Maintain contract repositories and tracking systems
• Monitor contract expiration and renewal schedules
• Process contract documentation and approvals.
• Review, negotiate, and award smaller service agreements with support from Sr Specialists and above.
• Communicate stakeholder concerns effectively to contractors/suppliers for resolution.
• Use data from SAP and other systems to prepare reports on supplier/contractor performance.

Data & Reporting

• Generate spend, savings, and supplier reports
• Maintain procurement dashboards and KPIs.
• Validate procurement data accuracy.

Supplier Coordination

• Assist suppliers with administrative inquiries.
• Coordinate documentation and compliance requirements.
• Support issue tracking and follow-up activities.

Compliance Support

• Ensure procurement files are complete and audit-ready.
• Support SOX compliance activities.
• Maintain procurement records and supporting documentation.

About You

Knowledge

• Support SOX compliance activities.
• Microsoft Office proficiency – MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Solid analytical skills for using SAP and other tools to process supplier/contractor data
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Attention to detail and first-time quality of work.
• Willingness to engage face-to-face with engineers and operations/maintenance stakeholders.
• Familiarity with AI tools such as Copilot and the ability to use them responsibly.
• Procurement fundamentals and purchasing processes
• Supplier onboarding and maintenance procedures
• Contract repository and document management practices
• Data management and reporting fundamentals
• ERP systems and procurement technologies
• Procurement compliance requirements
• Basic financial and spend reporting concepts

Required and Preferred Education/Certification

• Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, or related field (preferred)
• Certification in Procurement or Supply Chain (e.g., CPSM) (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel or Power BI certification (preferred)

Required and Preferred Work Experience

• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, category management or supply chain (required)
• Experience working with business systems and data management (required)
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams (required)
• SAP Experience (preferred)
• Supplier onboarding or contract administration experience (preferred)
• Procurement or sourcing support experience (preferred)

Total Rewards

The annual pay range estimated for this position is $67,240.00 - $84,050.00 and is bonus eligible.

Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• Competitive Pay
• Multiple Healthcare plan choices
• Dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
• Paid holidays & vacation
• Floating days off
• Parental leave for new parents
• Employee resource groups
• Learning & development programs
• Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.

Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ('CCPA')

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.