Global Seed Applied Tech Sourcing Lead

Vylor Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Vylor, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Category Lead for Seed Applied Technology to lead global sourcing, supplier management, forecasting, and supply strategy across regions. The role supports business growth and innovation in a fast-moving ag biotech environment.

The responsibilities include leading contract negotiations, supplier performance management, and annual cost savings initiatives, while coordinating with Global Seed Operations for supply planning and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; field relevant to supply chain, procurement, agriculture, chemistry, or engineering.
• 5+ years of proven experience leading contract negotiations and commercial discussions with suppliers.
• Experience in seed treatment, seed applied technology, or crop protection industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead global procurement activities for the SAT category, including supplier relationships, contract administration, and negotiations.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to support growth, supply continuity, and cost competitiveness.
• Partner with Global Seed Operations for supply planning, inventory optimization, and risk mitigation.
• Lead annual forecasting to balance supply and demand across a diverse supplier network.
• Support SAT launches with sourcing and supply readiness; participate in cost savings initiatives.

Skills

Global procurement leadership

Contract negotiations

Supplier relationship management

Forecasting & demand planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Vylor, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Category Lead for Seed Applied Technology to lead global sourcing, supplier management, forecasting, and supply strategy across regions. The role supports business growth and innovation in a fast-moving ag biotech environment.

The responsibilities include leading contract negotiations, supplier performance management, and annual cost savings initiatives, while coordinating with Global Seed Operations for supply planning and risk mitigation.