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Category Leader, Procurement - Microbiologicals

ADM
Kennesaw, GA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/1/2025
Kennesaw
GA - Georgia
Procurement

Job Description

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. This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

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 company’s 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:
  • Bachelor's 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
Excited about this role but don’t think you meet every requirement listed? 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.

AJCIND
REF: 94255BR

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:

$70,400.00 - $128,900.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

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.

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA , veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion | ADM.

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. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s 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 www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

94255BR

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Ref ID

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Salary : $70,400 - $128,900

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