Category Manager MRO Services - Decatur, IL
Category Manager MRO Services - Decatur, IL
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Category Manager MRO Services- Decatur IL
This is an exempt level position.
Position Summary:
The Global Category Manager MRO Services plays a critical role in developing and executing sourcing strategies for Maintenance Repair and Operations (MRO) services. This role is responsible for managing high-value categories such as contractor labor facilities services logistics and engineering services across regions or business units as assigned. The Category Manager collaborates cross-functionally with Operations EHS Legal HR and Finance to align procurement outcomes with business needs. While this role may not have direct reports it requires strong leadership influencing skills and accountability for driving measurable value and supplier performance. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with operational rigor to lead sourcing initiatives negotiations and ongoing supplier governance.
Job Responsibilities:
Business/Technology
Educational and Experience Requirements:
Hiring Manager- Rebecca Ward
Recruiter- Karen Kremer
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. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds 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 .
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:
This is an exempt level position.
Position Summary:
The Global Category Manager MRO Services plays a critical role in developing and executing sourcing strategies for Maintenance Repair and Operations (MRO) services. This role is responsible for managing high-value categories such as contractor labor facilities services logistics and engineering services across regions or business units as assigned. The Category Manager collaborates cross-functionally with Operations EHS Legal HR and Finance to align procurement outcomes with business needs. While this role may not have direct reports it requires strong leadership influencing skills and accountability for driving measurable value and supplier performance. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with operational rigor to lead sourcing initiatives negotiations and ongoing supplier governance.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead regional and global sourcing strategies for assigned MRO service categories including contractor labor facility services engineering janitorial and site support services.
- Collaborate with operations finance safety and compliance teams to align category strategy with operational goals.
- Manage total cost of ownership (TCO) by optimizing pricing contractual terms and demand planning efforts.
- Serve as the primary negotiator for supplier contracts including MSAs rate cards KPIs and SLAs.
- Support the development and use of digital procurement tools such as e-sourcing and contractor timekeeping systems.
- Analyze supplier proposals market benchmarks and internal data to drive informed sourcing decisions.
- Establish and manage supplier performance metrics scorecards and quarterly business reviews.
- Drive process improvements cost-saving initiatives and risk mitigation strategies within assigned categories.
- Ensure all sourcing activities comply with legal safety operational and internal policy requirements.
- Build and maintain positive professional relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Communicate sourcing progress results and value creation to executive leadership and cross-functional partners.
- Support the creation and maintenance of standardized contract terms and governance frameworks in partnership with Legal and Procurement Operations.
Business/Technology
- Understanding of fixed and cost-plus labor rate structures
- 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 such as Excel Word and Power Point)
- Capacity to develop advanced strategies
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently and thoroughly.
- Global awareness (culture currencies geography political)
- Continuous Improvement
- Ability to influence and lead outcome
- Forward visionary thinker
- Skilled at relationship management with internal and external partners
- Strong commercial and contractual negotiation skills particularly in service-based agreements.
- Ability to lead and supervise cross-functional project-based teams to deliver on complex procurement goals.
- Comfortable working independently in a global matrixed environment with shifting priorities.
Educational and Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelors degree in Business Finance or related field is required
- MBA is preferred.
- Minimum of eight (8) years professional work experience with four (4) years in purchasing for global companies
- In-depth understanding of various contracting models is strongly desired
- Certified Professional of Supply Management (CPSM) certification a plus.
Hiring Manager- Rebecca Ward
Recruiter- Karen Kremer
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. Were a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the worlds 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 .
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:
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
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