Global Strategic Sourcing Manager, Oils, Wheats & Grains

Mars Incorporated in; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mars University

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Mars Incorporated seeks a Sourcing Manager for Oils, Wheats and Grains to lead category strategies for North America, driving sourcing events, negotiations and contract management with key suppliers and cross-functional partners.

You will execute sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts for value, and manage supplier relationships, collaborating with global teams and traveling about 20% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5–8 years procurement experience in multinational Food & Beverage industry.
• Experience in US agriculture and commodity markets preferred.
• Strong negotiations and contract management skills, including large RFPs.
• Willingness to travel ~20%.

Responsibilities

• Execute Sourcing Strategy: lead strategic sourcing events and evaluate supplier proposals.
• Negotiate & Contract for Value: conduct analysis and manage end-to-end contracting.
• Operational & Supplier Management: maintain contracts and manage supplier relationships.

Skills

Negotiations

Contract management

RFPs

Supplier relationship management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Mars Incorporated seeks a Sourcing Manager for Oils, Wheats and Grains to lead category strategies for North America, driving sourcing events, negotiations and contract management with key suppliers and cross-functional partners.

You will execute sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts for value, and manage supplier relationships, collaborating with global teams and traveling about 20% of the time.