Procurement Manager - Ingredients

Be Procurement's subject matter expert for selected direct material components Collaborate with key business partners to develop category strategies that meet the needs of the business units pertaining to Safety, Quality, Service, Sustainability, Cost, Innovation Execute sourcing projects utilizing Ariba (e.g., RFQ/RFP/RFI, on-line Auction, Collaborative sourcing, multi-event negotiations, etc.) Lead all aspects of supplier lifecycle management, including identification, selection, onboarding, contract management, performance management, risk management, and offboarding Develop annual operating plans and quarterly forecasts with support from Finance Develop and foster long-term relationships with strategic suppliers Establish & maintain a master contract management system for all spends within scope Ensure compliance to adhere to external regulations and ensure governance to adhere to internal company policies Bachelor's Degree or equivalent from an accredited university; Field of study in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related area preferred Minimum four years strategic Procurement experience in a complex Supply Chain organization; CPG experience preferred Passion to identify opportunities and drive positive change with continuous improvement mindset Consistently builds and maintains relationships Demonstrates strong financial analytical skills Adept at leading projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and influencing others to drive results Ability to navigate and thrive in a multinational and matrix environment Effective communicator with all levels and settings Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload and operate successfully in a fast-paced environment Proficient in MS Office suite and experience working with ERP systems; Experience with SAP Ariba preferred