Category Leader - Decatur, IL

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Job Description Category Leader - Procurement - Decatur, IL This is an exempt level position. Position Summary: The Category Leader – MRO, partners with all Operational functions and business partners to develop and execute long term Procurement strategies aligned with business goals. The Category Leader/Specialists primary function is to implement sound, innovative MRO supply strategies through market intelligence, sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management, using ADM’s 7-step sourcing process. The Category Leader will also develop processes to ensure stakeholder engagement and data-driven decision making. He/she will prepare non-disclosure agreements, requests for quotes/proposals and negotiate global agreements for numerous MRO categories. Job Responsibilities: - Evaluate market intelligence, internal business goals and historical spend to determine strategic opportunities. - Prepare and issue requests for quote, proposal or information to qualified suppliers. - Analyze supplier responses and make data-driven sourcing recommendations. - Act as prime negotiator with suppliers on price, terms, quality, service, and other business requir...