Strategic Commodity & Category Manager - Food Ingredients

Kansas Ag Connection; Lenexa (KS); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Corbion is seeking a Procurement Commodity/Category Manager in Lenexa, Kansas. This role focuses on managing commodity market exposure and sourcing raw materials within food ingredients. Responsibilities include market intelligence, risk management, and developing procurement strategies, requiring 5+ years in food procurement or supply chain. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Source-to-Pay systems are essential. The position allows a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of three days in the office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food procurement or supply chain.
• Strong understanding of commodity markets and supply/demand fundamentals.
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze relevant commodity markets focusing on North America.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies informed by market trends.
• Serve as the internal expert on commodity market movements.

Skills

Commodity market analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Financial acumen

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Food Industry or related field

Tools

Source-to-Pay systems (e.g., SAP, KYOS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Corbion is seeking a Procurement Commodity/Category Manager in Lenexa, Kansas. This role focuses on managing commodity market exposure and sourcing raw materials within food ingredients. Responsibilities include market intelligence, risk management, and developing procurement strategies, requiring 5+ years in food procurement or supply chain. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Source-to-Pay systems are essential. The position allows a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of three days in the office.