Category Leader, Procurement - Microbiologicals
Category Leader, Procurement - Microbiologicals
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Category Leader Procurement - Microbiologicals
Position based in Kennesaw GA.
Summary:
Working within the Procurement department along with the respective Global Category Manager (GCM) for executing tasks and sourcing as well as maintaining materials at the highest standard which support Science & Technology (S&T) Creative Design & Development (CD&D) and our customers.
Responsibilities:
Hiring Manager-Angela Carmack
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:
Position based in Kennesaw GA.
Summary:
Working within the Procurement department along with the respective Global Category Manager (GCM) for executing tasks and sourcing as well as maintaining materials at the highest standard which support Science & Technology (S&T) Creative Design & Development (CD&D) and our customers.
Responsibilities:
- Regionally responsible together with the respective GCM for finding and sourcing raw materials which support S&T and CD&D in developing new products to meet our customers expectations
- Implement new processes/systems to support departmental goals and projects. Manage workflow scheduling tracking change management evaluating and ensuring all action-items are accomplished.
- Raise investigate and resolve supplier Non-conformances and material failures in the companys best interest.
- Manage selected spend/ sub- categories/ suppliers/ items based on the overarching purchasing strategy
- Lead negotiations with suppliers and execute agreed contractual terms for non-core direct materials
- Support the GCM with information to identify & manage projects to generate cost savings opportunities across the organization
- Execute reporting tasks (e.g. Price movements; initiatives & savings tracking; etc.) for the spend under management
- Require & maintain material samples as well as all related activities (e.g. raw material documentation supplier questionnaires etc.)
- Perform new material creation tasks and support elimination of old materials
- Manage internal claim management master data maintenance (e.g. categorization pricing etc.)
Education & Experience:
Before applying for an exempt non-exempt or hourly job opportunity you are expected toinitiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.* If youve been in your current position for more than 18 months supervisor approval is not required.* If youve been in your current position for less than 18 months verbal supervisor approval is required.
- Bachelors degree in a technical field economics or business administration
- 3 years of experience in purchasing (indirect/direct materials and/or services) Experience with Microbiologicals (Enzymes Probiotics Phages Spores) is preferred.
- Experience in change management
- Self- driven team player with strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills (collaboration across regions and functions co-operation with external partners and suppliers)
- Understanding of Procure- to Pay process purchasing intelligence able to set up priorities and manage aggressive assignments
- Customer solution focused
- Negotiation skills
- Skilled in cost/benefit analysis and alternative decision making
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office
Before applying for an exempt non-exempt or hourly job opportunity you are expected toinitiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor.* If youve been in your current position for more than 18 months supervisor approval is not required.* If youve been in your current position for less than 18 months verbal supervisor approval is required.
Hiring Manager-Angela Carmack
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:
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