Procurement Director - Erlanger, KY

81279BR

Job Title:

Procurement Director - Erlanger, KY

Department/Function:

Procurement

Job Description:

Procurement Director - Erlanger, KY

Goal of Position:

• Support of implementation of enterprise goals through strategic as well as operative measures and activities in the area of raw material procurement

• Develop, Coordinate and Implement procurement strategies for all raw materials needed in the defined region

• Ensure Supply Security of all raw materials needed in the defined region.

• Enhance ADM's ability to leverage its global volume through a higher level of product expertise, improved supplier relationships, a more coherent working mode and a high level of market knowledge.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Expert and Key Contact for all issues concerning raw materials for North America.

• Proactively leading the procurement teams in all operations in North America (including Canada)

• Development and implementation of procurement concepts and sourcing strategies to meet the company´s business growth and sourcing requirements

• Participation in all procurement relevant enterprise decisions

• Responsibility for the overall raw material purchasing value and volume in North America

• Negotiate agreements on major commodities and services as required

• Focus on internal customer satisfaction

• Excellent understanding of international business processes

• Oversee in the creation and execution of corporate and departmental policies and procedures

• Develop, establish and manage effective relationships with key vendors and other business partners

• Manage vendor balanced scorecards

• Continue setting up a highly efficient and effective organizational structure

• Support of budget planning and implementation of a coordinated controlling process with Europe and other locations as necessary

• Continuous optimization of the strategic procurement process in terms of supplier development, qualification and relationship, execution of supplier audits

• Cooperation with the global procurement functions of ADM

• Cross-functional coordination and leadership within the organization, especially with Sales and Operations

• Representation of ADM Human Nutrition North America in various external groups

• Design and recommend professional training programs for staff aimed at elevating employee performance, problem solving and managerial skills

• Position is key to assisting in the accomplishment of profit improvement programs, cost reduction and avoidance programs and a key to controlling costs through effective material purchasing

• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor in Business or Science (MBA preferred) or equivalent work experience

• Proven track record of leadership with strong managerial and negotiation skills

• Experience in Procurement of Food ingredients and / or FMCG´s

• International experience

• Highly motivated individual who can also motivate his/her team

• Strategic, analytical and process oriented thinking and acting

• Customer focus and "can-do" attitude

• Results oriented

• High level of communication skills

• Ready to take decisions and take over responsibilities

• Ability to persevere in conflict situations

• Very good IT knowledge (SAP / Windows Office)

• Self starter

• Willingness to travel

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 pre-employment drug screen and a background check.?

REF:81279BR

Req/Job ID:

81279BR

City:

Erlanger

State:

KY - Kentucky

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Benefits and Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).

• Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.

• Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

Additional benefits include

• Paid time off including paid holidays.

• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.

• Tuition assistance.

• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

*Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.