Category Leader, Procurement
5 months ago
Job Description Category Leader, Procurement -
Contractor Services - Chicago or Decatur, ILThis is an exempt level position.Position Summary:The Category Leader - Contractor Services, partners with all Operational functions and business partners to develop and execute long term Procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
The Category Leader primary function is to partner with our operational stakeholders to review the third party service provider footprint and create long term sourcing strategies to meet the needs of ADM.
The Category Leader will also develop processes to ensure stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision making. He/she will prepare requests for quotes/proposals and negotiate global agreements for contractor services across ADM.Job Responsibilities:Evaluate market intelligence, internal business goals and historical spend to determine strategic opportunities.Review intake requests and align with business unit leaders on path forward.Supplier Discovery.Prepare and issue requests for quote, proposal or information to qualified suppliers.Analyze supplier responses and make data-driven sourcing recommendations.Act as prime negotiator with suppliers on price, terms, quality, service, and other business requirements.
Develop and implement contractual framework in close cooperation with legal.Establish short and long term category metrics and TCO savings targets, monitor performance, and communicate these to stakeholders.Manage supplier expectations and key performance metrics.Apply eSourcing best practices to all sourcing events.Serve as a single point of contact for up to 15 different sub- categories of spend, to ensure maximum leverage is consistently utilized. Establish robust communication plan to keep internal business partners informed of progress and benefits of Procurement activity.Partner with internal risk, HR, and compliance groups to ensure category strategies are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and risk policies.Act as change agent and advocate for Procurement as a value added function.Develop and implement process improvements and cost savings initiatives with suppliers.Required Competencies:Business/TechnologyUnderstanding of fixed and cost-plus labor rate structures (Union and Non-Union).Commercial skills and familiarity with contract lawCompetent in financial analysisCustomer solutions focusedProven negotiations skillsSkilled in cost/benefit analysis and alternative decision makingTechnology adept (eProcurement and P2P systems, standard Office Suite such as Excel, Word, and Power Point)Capacity to develop advanced strategiesAbility to manage multiple projects and tasks efficiently and thoroughlyGlobal awareness (culture, currencies, geography, political)Continuous ImprovementInterpersonal SkillsCommunications (oral/written)Ability to influence and lead outcomeForward, visionary thinkerSkilled at relationship management, with internal and external partnersTeam orientedEducational and Experience Requirements:Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field is requiredMBA is preferred.Minimum of eight (8) years professional work experience with four (4) years in purchasing for global companiesIn-depth understanding of various contracting models is strongly desired Certified Professional of Supply Management (CPSM) certification a plus.Excited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. AJCINDREF:87115BR
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