Manager, Purchasing
Summary
CHS has an exciting opportunity in our procurement group. We are looking for a globalexpert Manager, Purchasing to serve as a strategic leader in managing indirect procurement for CHS operations in South America. This role is responsible for optimizing sourcing strategies across production and non-production categories, including maintenance, logistics, production materials (packaging, silo bags, additives, biomass, etc), IT, HR, and corporate services, while ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and alignment with global procurement policies.
Summary
Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- High School diploma or GED
- 4+ years of experience in Supply Chain and Procurement and/or Purchasing
- Prior leadership experience with progressively advancing level of leadership responsibilities
Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred in Business, Economics, Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Statistics or related field
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse
Physical Requirements
Responsibilities:
Lead procurement activities for indirect categories, including MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations), spare parts, technical services, IT, marketing, and professional services.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive cost savings, supplier performance, and operational excellence.
Manage supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and performance monitoring through KPIs and SLAs.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, legal, and sustainability teams to ensure alignment and value creation.
Supervise and mentor a team of buyers and analysts, fostering a culture of high performance and ethical procurement.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, audit requirements, and external regulations.
Participate in digital transformation initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
Represent the procurement function in internal and external forums, contributing strategic insights and market intelligence.
Proficiency in ERP systems (JDE) and e-procurement platforms.
Advanced English (required for global stakeholder engagement).
Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capabilities.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or related fields;
- Postgraduate degree or MBA in Supply Chain, Strategic Management, or Agribusiness (preferred);
- Proven experience in indirect procurement, ideally within multinational or agro-industrial environments.
- Strong negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills;
- English and Spanish Advanced
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