Procurement Specialist, Commodities

Responsibilities

• Purchase assigned commodities according to business requirements and market-driven timing decisions based on daily market analysis.
• Develop and implement category strategies informed by supply and demand balances, industry trends, market dynamics, and cost drivers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal partners and external suppliers.
• Provide contract and position management support using Excel, SAP, and internal forecasting systems.
• Serve as the primary contract management contact for manufacturing locations.
• Support procurement category managers and operations partners in identifying and mitigating material supply risks.
• Partner with Research & Development on innovation and product design initiatives.
• Support supplier quality investigations and corrective action activities in partnership with Quality and Procurement teams.
• Collaborate with operations teams to manage inbound supply chain activities.
• Support implementation of Enterprise Procurement projects across assigned brands and locations.
• Conduct data analysis and risk/reward assessments related to pricing and specification changes.
• Manage raw material inventory requirements to minimize loss and obsolescence.
• Deliver accurate monthly material forecasts and communicate market trends, cost changes, and key drivers to stakeholders.
• Prepare derivative reporting and ownership analyses for business partners.
• Develop commodity forecasts and support risk management strategies.
• Maintain documentation and follow-up activities related to risk strategies.
• Leverage artificial intelligence tools and initiatives to improve efficiency and business outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Business, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, Management, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Experience operating in a matrixed environment with changing priorities.
• Strong project management and conflict resolution skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on driving efficiency and results.
• Experience using SAP or a comparable enterprise resource planning system.
• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data relationships.
• Interest in economic analysis and macroeconomic factors impacting commodity purchasing categories.
• Knowledge of college-level mathematics and statistics.
• Advanced PowerPoint presentation development skills.
• Experience using Power BI for reporting and analytics.
• Experience supporting procurement technology and digital initiatives.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence tools and Copilot functionality.

Qualifications

Minimal travel required.

Able to work in a hybrid environment with in-office attendance Tuesday through Thursday.

Benefits

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

Pay

$64,000 - $95,000 annually