Packaging Sourcing Specialist: Buyer for Materials

Kansas Ag Connection; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cargill is seeking a Professional Sourcing Specialist - Buyer, Packaging to support multiple country or business sourcing activities. You will execute complex procurement tasks and influence regional category strategies under limited supervision.

The role requires experience in sourcing, Ariba/SAP, and data analytics, with strong communication across cross-functional teams. Open in Wichita, KS or Wayzata, MN with competitive salary and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of two years of related work experience in sourcing/procurement.
• Experience independently leading sourcing strategy with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Execute medium and highly complex sourcing events.
• Drive regional sourcing decisions and support global sourcing implementations.
• Provide inputs to category strategy development and execution.
• Develop understanding of regional supplier and stakeholder landscapes.
• Collaborate with category teams and senior buyers to support sourcing priorities.

Skills

Sourcing strategy

Stakeholder influence

Data analytics

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Ariba SAP

Power BI

Job description

Cargill is seeking a Professional Sourcing Specialist - Buyer, Packaging to support multiple country or business sourcing activities. You will execute complex procurement tasks and influence regional category strategies under limited supervision.

The role requires experience in sourcing, Ariba/SAP, and data analytics, with strong communication across cross-functional teams. Open in Wichita, KS or Wayzata, MN with competitive salary and full benefits.