Global Food Ingredients Sourcing Leader

The Clorox Company; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health plans

Flexible time off

Fertility/adoption benefits

Job summary

The Clorox Company is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager for Food Ingredients and Agricultural Products to lead global sourcing strategies for a substantial raw material portfolio. You will drive cost optimization, supplier relationships, and sustainability initiatives across brands with collaboration from R&D and senior leadership.

The role requires 6+ years in global procurement, strong Negotiations, and data-driven decision making in a hybrid environment with travel up to

Qualifications

• Requires 6+ years in global procurement sourcing direct materials (Raw Materials, Packaging).
• Experience presenting to senior leadership and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficient in RFPs, cost models, negotiations and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies for Food Ingredients & Agricultural Products across brands.
• Translate business strategies into category-level plans and oversee supplier relationships.
• Drive value delivery, cost models, and continuous improvement in sourcing.
• Collaborate with R&D to reflect business needs in category strategies and execution.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Leadership

Data analysis

Negotiations

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Clorox Company is seeking an experienced Procurement Category Manager for Food Ingredients and Agricultural Products to lead global sourcing strategies for a substantial raw material portfolio. You will drive cost optimization, supplier relationships, and sustainability initiatives across brands with collaboration from R&D and senior leadership.

The role requires 6+ years in global procurement, strong Negotiations, and data-driven decision making in a hybrid environment with travel up to