Procurement Category Leader - Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Physical wellness

Financial wellness

Mental wellness

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Training programs

Job summary

ADM is seeking a Procurement Category Leader for MRO in Decatur, IL. The role partners with operations and business teams to craft and execute long-term procurement strategies aligned with ADM’s goals.

Responsibilities include market intelligence, RFx management, supplier negotiations, and contract development using ADM’s 7-step sourcing process. You will oversee up to 20 MRO categories, establish metrics, and drive data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Business is desired.
• Minimum of six years of professional work experience with four years in purchasing for global companies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate market intelligence, internal business goals and historical spend to determine strategic opportunities.
• Prepare and issue requests for quote, proposal or information to qualified suppliers.
• Analyze supplier responses and make data-driven sourcing recommendations.
• Act as prime negotiator with suppliers on price, terms, quality, service, and other business requirements.
• Develop and implement contractual framework in close cooperation with legal.
• Establish short and long term category metrics and TCO savings targets, monitor performance, and communicate these to stakeholders.
• Manage supplier expectations and key performance metrics.
• Apply eSourcing best practices to all sourcing events.
• Serve as a single point of contact for up to 20 MRO categories to ensure maximum leverage is consistently utilized.
• Establish robust communication plan to keep internal business partners informed of progress and benefits of Procurement activity.
• Partner with internal risk and compliance groups to ensure category strategies are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and risk policies.
• Act as change agent and advocate for Procurement as a value added function.
• Develop and implement process improvements and cost savings initiatives with suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Sourcing strategy

Contract law knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Global awareness

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Six years purchasing experience

Tools

eSourcing tools

P2P systems

Office Suite

Job description

114277BR

Job Description:

Procurement Category Leader - Decatur, IL

This is an exempt level position.

Position Summary

The Category Leader – MRO, partners with all Operational functions and business partners to develop and execute long term Procurement strategies aligned with business goals. The Category Leader/Specialists primary function is to implement sound, innovative MRO supply strategies through market intelligence, sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management, using ADM’s 7-step sourcing process. The Category Leader will also develop processes to ensure stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision making. He/she will prepare non-disclosure agreements, requests for quotes/proposals and negotiate global agreements for numerous MRO categories.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate market intelligence, internal business goals and historical spend to determine strategic opportunities.

• Prepare and issue requests for quote, proposal or information to qualified suppliers.

• Analyze supplier responses and make data-driven sourcing recommendations.

• Act as prime negotiator with suppliers on price, terms, quality, service, and other business requirements.

• Develop and implement contractual framework in close cooperation with legal.

• Establish short and long term category metrics and TCO savings targets, monitor performance, and communicate these to stakeholders.

• Manage supplier expectations and key performance metrics.

• Apply eSourcing best practices to all sourcing events.

• Serve as a single point of contact for up to 20 MRO categories to ensure maximum leverage is consistently utilized.

• Establish robust communication plan to keep internal business partners informed of progress and benefits of Procurement activity.

• Partner with internal risk and compliance groups to ensure category strategies are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and risk policies.

• Act as change agent and advocate for Procurement as a value added function.

• Develop and implement process improvements and cost savings initiatives with suppliers.

Required Competencies

Business/Technology

• Commercial skills and familiarity with contract law

• Competent in financial analysis

• Customer solutions focused

• Proven negotiations skills

• Skilled in cost/benefit analysis and alternative decision making

• Technology adept (eProcurement and P2P systems, standard Office Suite)

• Capacity to develop advanced strategies

• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently and thoroughly

• Global awareness (culture, currencies, geography, political)

• Continuous Improvement

Interpersonal Skills

• Communications (oral/written)

• Ability to influence and lead outcome

• Forward, visionary thinker

• Skilled at relationship management, with internal and external partners

• Team oriented

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience is required

• A Master’s degree in Business is desired

• Minimum of six (6) years professional work experience with four (4) years in purchasing for global companies

• In-depth understanding of various contracting models is strongly desired

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$80,000 - $130,000

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off including paid holidays.

• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

• Tuition assistance.

• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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