Strategic Regional Category Manager, Active Ingredients

Nufarm; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 109,600 - 139,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical and financial wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Nufarm in Alsip, IL, is looking for a Regional Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies for active ingredients. You will ensure secure, compliant supply while collaborating across functions and managing supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of procurement experience in the chemical or pharmaceutical industries, along with leadership and negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement, including senior category management experience.
• Background in chemical or pharmaceutical industries.
• Experience working within matrix and multinational organizations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional sourcing strategies for active ingredients.
• Lead supplier relationship and risk management.
• Conduct market and industry analysis to inform sourcing.
• Collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory and Commercial teams.

Skills

Procurement experience

Strong leadership skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

SAP Ariba

Job description

Nufarm in Alsip, IL, is looking for a Regional Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies for active ingredients. You will ensure secure, compliant supply while collaborating across functions and managing supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of procurement experience in the chemical or pharmaceutical industries, along with leadership and negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.