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Corbion · 1 day ago

Procurement Category Manager

Lenexa, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Corbion is a global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and they are seeking a Procurement Category Manager to oversee the sourcing of indirect materials and services within North American operations. The role involves developing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and identifying cost savings opportunities while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

BakeryFood and BeverageFood Processing

Responsibilities

Develop, recommend and execute procurement strategies; think and act strategically

Oversee the indirect sourcing of materials and services within North American operations sites. Partner with, and communicate regularly, with internal stakeholders

Maintain and negotiate contracts and commitments

Identify and implement cost savings opportunities within the total supply chain; continuous improvement mindset

Make decisions using strong understanding of markets in critical areas of spend management and fundamentals that make up price risk management

Lead and participate in cross-functional teams to champion change throughout the organization

Qualification

Procurement strategiesContract managementSource to Pay toolsBusiness finance understandingCross-functional teamworkTime managementCommunicationNegotiation skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in business, economics, engineering, food industry or related disciplines

6+ years' experience in procurement/supply chain function within consumer packaged goods or food industry with specific focus on indirect spend involving multiple sites

Understanding of business finance to include Capital Expense, leases, time value of money, and TCO

Advanced skillset including time management, prioritization, and delivering on promises while managing multiple projects in a fast and dynamic environment

Strong communication skills with ability to understand/communicate/present and execute complex procurement strategies

Demonstrated ability to work within a cross functional matrix environment where responsibilities are layered throughout the organization

Knowledge of contract management and resolution procedures

Detailed understanding of Source to Pay tools (SAP) with advanced literacy in all Microsoft applications

Preferred

Master's Degree a plus

Company

Corbion

Corbion is a global leader in sustainable food-ingredient solutions focused on advancing natural preservation and nutrition with science and innovation.

Founded in 1903

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NLD

1001-5000 employees