Procurement COE Lead, US/CAN

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it youve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate your pets food the paper you write on and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether youre just starting your career or bringing years of experience theres a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester IL

Workplace type: Hybrid

In this role you will drive standardization digital transformation and performance optimization across procurement by leading strategic initiatives implementing best practices and aligning regional operations with global strategies. Through cross-functional collaboration I enhance efficiency mitigate risk and elevate procurement capabilities by leveraging advanced technologies managing supplier risk and fostering continuous improvement.

As a Procurement Center of Excellence (COE) Lead US/Canada you are responsible for standardizing and optimizing procurement processes to enhance efficiency reduce costs and mitigate risks. You lead spend analysis performance tracking and reporting ensuring data is visualized and communicated effectively across the organization. Collaborating with cross-functional teams you drive continuous improvement and implement best practices.

You also manage supplier risk assessments and the regional Business Continuity Process (BCP). A key focus is on advancing technology adoptionautomation AI and virtual agentsby assessing current capabilities and rolling out global strategies addition to regional responsibilities you serve as aglobal project manager supporting strategic initiatives and acting as an internal consultant across functions. You also lead training and development for the regional Procurement team.

What you will do:

• Regional Leadership & Coordination: Serve as the main point of contact for IGS P2P manage local policies including SRM and ensure regional needs are represented at the global CoE level.
• Project & Process Management: Lead and support local and regional projects including improvements and compliance with legislation while aligning with global initiatives.
• Global CoE Collaboration: Drive global projects and improvements ensuring regional adherence to standard tools and processes and act as SME for assigned initiatives.
• Policy & Process Standardization: Maintain alignment between regional and global procurement policies templates and procedures; regularly update and train stakeholders.
• Technology Strategy & Implementation: Own and manage procurement technology strategy including SAP optimization AI/automation integration and tool rollout across the region.
• Performance & Audit Management: Monitor procurement performance metrics support audits and implement corrective actions for non-conformities in collaboration with finance and global teams.
• Sustainability & Compliance: Align with sustainability teams on ESG strategies and support related projects ensuring compliance with standards like SEDEX and SMETA.

What you will bring:

• Education & Experience: Bachelors or masters in engineering supply chain business or related fieldor extensive practical procurement experience; minimum 5 years in direct or indirect procurement or sourcing.
• Skills & Certifications: Strong project management and process improvement background; certifications in procurement and project management are a plus; COE or similar experience preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in MS Office (Excel Power BI PowerPoint) SAP MM and e-sourcing tools including spend analytics project and contract management.
• Core Competencies: Excellent analytical and financial acumen strong time management problem-solving abilities and adaptability under pressure.
• Communication & Mobility: Fluent in English (Spanish is a plus) strong communication skills and willingness to travel (up to 40% domestic 10% international).

Who you are:

• Strong analytical financial and problem-solving skillswith a goal-oriented mindset and resilience under pressure.
• Proficient in e-sourcing tools including spend analytics project management and contract management systems.
• Effective communicatorwith solid oral and written communication skills; fluent in English with Spanish as a plus.
• Highly organized and efficient demonstrating strong time management and adaptability to shifting priorities.
• Experienced in project and business process management showing initiative and flexibility in dynamic environments.

Why Join Ingredion

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support Health long-term savings and resources for your physical mental and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth Learning training and development opportunities including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program A culture of real-time appreciation with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products services and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race color religion age gender gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry handicap or disabilitymental or physicalmarital status sexual orientation veteran status disability resulting from military service or any other classification protected by law (protected classifications). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicants accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

Pay Range:

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.