Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Regional Operations
Missouri Ag ConnectionCity: Chesterfield State: Missouri (US-MO) Country: United States (US) Requisition Number: 46551 A Day In The Life:
The Manager, Strategic Sourcing Regional Operations, Packaging and Direct Materials plays a vital role in Bunge’s procurement process, responsible for supporting and executing sourcing activities for packaging, chemicals, ingredients and other non-commodity direct materials in a Nor
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th America. This role requires operational execution and relationship management with the goal of reducing total cost of ownership, while ensuring supply meets Bunge's demand, quality and technical standards. The Manager, Strategic Sourcing Regional Operations contributes to the achievement of objectives by securing supply and supporting cost improvement initiatives while meeting financial and budget targets.
This role interacts with internal and external stakeholders to support the development of effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans.
The Regional Sourcing
Manager adheres to internal and external policies, laws, and regulations while actively participating in safety programs and initiatives and following all safe work practices. What You'll Be Doing:
Support Regional Sourcing Strategies: Analyzing market trends, identifying potential suppliers, and evaluating risk to support the creation of sourcing strategies aligned with overall business objectives. Partner with Bunge’s Commercial, Operations and Food Quality & Safety teams to understand demand, manage supply chain and product quality concerns and forecast key supplier pricing and volumes. Support the development of one-year and multi-year strategic sourcing/project plans for assigned subcategories.
Track strategy implementation progress and performance including regional spend to ensure compliance with strategic procurement programs. Collaborate with the COE for analysis and reporting for assigned subcategories.
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