Strategic MRO Procurement Leader

Illinois Ag; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) in Decatur, IL is seeking a Procurement Category Leader for MRO. You will partner with operations and business units to craft and execute long-term procurement strategies, run competitive sourcing events, and drive cost savings across multiple supplier categories.

The role demands strong negotiation, contract management, and data-driven decision making, with cross-functional collaboration across legal, risk and compliance teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Master's degree in Business is desired.
• Minimum of six years professional work experience with four years in purchasing for global companies.
• Strong contracting models understanding and negotiation skills.
• Experience with eSourcing, P2P systems, and data-driven supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate market intelligence and business goals to determine strategic opportunities for MRO categories.
• Prepare RFQs/RFPs and information requests to qualified suppliers.
• Analyze supplier responses and make data-driven sourcing recommendations.
• Negotiate contracts focusing on price, terms, quality, and service with suppliers.
• Develop and implement contractual frameworks with legal partners and establish category metrics.

Skills

Contract law

Financial analysis

Negotiation

Cost/benefit analysis

eProcurement

P2P systems

Office Suite

Strategic sourcing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance

Master's degree in Business (desired)

Tools

eProcurement systems

P2P systems

Office Suite

Job description

Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) in Decatur, IL is seeking a Procurement Category Leader for MRO. You will partner with operations and business units to craft and execute long-term procurement strategies, run competitive sourcing events, and drive cost savings across multiple supplier categories.

The role demands strong negotiation, contract management, and data-driven decision making, with cross-functional collaboration across legal, risk and compliance teams.