Regional Category Manager (Procurement)

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the North America Category Procurement Strategy for animal and pet nutrition, including vitamins, proteins, and grains.
• Manage a combined annual spend exceeding $300 million, driving cost savings and working capital improvements.
• Lead strategic supplier relationship management programs to enhance performance, innovation, and long-term value.
• Conduct complex negotiations and manage contracts for high-value, strategic categories.
• Utilize market intelligence and spend analytics to anticipate risks and capitalize on commodity trends.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and present category strategies and financial impacts to senior leadership.
• Establish and track category KPIs to ensure supply continuity and alignment with global objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agricultural Economics, or a related field.
• 7+ years of procurement or category management experience.
• Proven experience in the animal/pet nutrition, agriculture, or food industries.
• Experience managing high-spend commodity-based portfolios.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, including cost modeling and market analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement systems such as SAP, Coupa, Ariba, or JDE.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and people leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with e-sourcing tools.
• Multilingual capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay and annual bonus incentive plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching and cash balance plan.
• Paid time off, including holidays, maternity, and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance and company-sponsored training via LinkedIn Learning.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and various wellness resources.

About the Company

ADM is a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. We unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide through industry-advancing innovations and a commitment to sustainability.