Procurement & Purchasing Analyst I

WHO WE ARE GDM is a global leader in plant genetics, dedicated to transforming agriculture through technological innovation. With a continuous focus on research and development, we bring the most advanced and high‑performing seed varieties to the market, creating new growth opportunities for our partners and for the future of agribusiness. PRIDE® Seeds is one of our leading brands and supported by one of the largest temperate corn genetic pools and a robust corn research program in North America. Through our combined expertise, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation, delivering top-tier seed solutions, services, and trusted agronomy support to help Canadian farmers increase yield and profitability as they position themselves for future growth. OUR DNA We are passionate about what we do and driven by curiosity. We believe that learning and innovation are the foundation for transforming the future of agriculture. Our focus is on cutting‑edge genetic development, creating solutions that make a difference in the field and in the global market. Our DNA not only guides us but also connects us: we work with empathy, transparency, and respect, ensuring agile and flexible operations. Here, you are the protagonist of your career, because we believe every individual plays an essential role in building something greater. If you are passionate about learning and want to be part of evolving agriculture, GDM is the right place for you! We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Learn more about us at gdmseeds.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter@GDMSeeds. PRIDE Seeds is currently seeking a focused and self-motivated individual to join our dynamic team as a full-time permanent Procurement & Purchasing Analyst I. POSITION SUMMARY: The PRIDE Seeds Procurement & Purchasing Analyst will organize, manage the purchasing transactional process and provide services to internal customers strategic as a Strategic Procurement Business Partner, performing as a senior buyer to focus on demand planning, sourcing, negotiation, supplier relationship, value delivery, and process in compliance. Relationships with several internal players will be key to performing and achieving the objectives by providing direct support to the North America Controller. The role will serve as a business partner to assigned requesting areas by translating material and service needs into competitive, compliant, traceable, and timely purchasing solutions. Manage assigned categories and internal clients through demand planning, sourcing, negotiation, supplier qualification, contract coordination, purchase-process governance, and supplier performance follow-up. Seek the best total-value balance, supply continuity, cost efficiency, process quality, and continuous improvement while ensuring adherence to GDM policies, approval authorities, and internal-control requirements. RESPONSIBILITIES: Business Partnership and Demand Planning - Serve as the purchasing focal point for assigned internal clients. Understand priorities, anticipate needs, maintain demand visibility, conduct periodic portfolio reviews, and follow up on service commitments and action plans. Category and Portfolio Management - Manage assigned categories and analyze spend, market conditions, cost drivers, supplier base, recurrence, contracts, risks, and consolidation opportunities. Sourcing and Competitive Bidding - Conduct supplier identification, market research, RFI request for information, RFP request for proposal, and RFQ request for quotation processes, comparable quotations, and documented technical-commercial evaluations. Commercial Negotiation - Negotiate price, payment terms, delivery, quality, warranty, scope, productivity, risk allocation, and total cost. Document business justification when the recommended award is not the lowest-price option. Supplier Qualification and Management - Identify, qualify, develop, monitor, and reassess suppliers. Coordinate the required master-data,…

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