Job Description

Department/Function

Procurement



Capex Buyer - Various Locations
This is an exempt level position.
Position can be Hybrid (3 days in office/2 days remote) or 100% onsite. Our preferred location is Chicago or Decatur, IL. Erlanger, KY., Cedar Rapids, IA. however we will consider other US ADM locations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order management for all capital purchase requirements for NA ADM sites.
• Proper management of PO queries including periodic review (at specified interval) of the queries and performing the actions required to address items on those queries.
• Support capital project stakeholder requirements ensuring adherence to ADM Source-to-Pay policy and Capital AFE policy.
• Engage vendors to negotiate and ensure commercial terms alignment (payment terms, Incoterms, pricing, delivery, etc.).
• Follow up with Vendors as required to ensure PO receipt, confirm delivery, expediting.
• Follow up with ADM Purchase Requisition requesters as required.
• Conduct souring activities via approved system tools (Coupa Bid, Bravo, etc.)
• Drive capital spend to existing and preferred ADM suppliers for Capex demand.
• Support the new supplier addition process in Coupa or Maximo as required.
• Lead contracting process covering non-contracted spend within managed area. Facilitate timely review/approval/execution with ADM legal, supplier, ADM signatory
• Support the implementation of Strategic Sourcing contracts.
• Responsible for ensuring 100% compliance with the Global Non-Commodity Procure-to-Pay Policy.
• The Buyer will be adhere to KPI\'s developed by the Capex Procurement Category Manager to track Procure-to-Pay metrics (POs before invoice, PO cycle time, on-time delivery, Coupa RFQ & Single Source compliance, and others), and collaborate with location colleagues to drive continuous improvement in these areas.
• Drive enhanced supplier relationship management through regular collaboration with the supply base to ensure action is taken on all issues related to cost, quality delivery and customer service.
• Assist in Capex sourcing projects as required.
• Partner with the Shared Services team to ensure timely payment of supplier invoices
• Support Capex Procurement Team and 1ADM standardization efforts and programs
• Identify and pursue opportunities for cost reduction.
• Provide guidance in development of aggressive cost reduction goals, cost containment purchasing programs and timelines for Category Specialists in Strategic Sourcing.
• Process Purchase Requisitions (PR) into Purchase Orders (PO).
• For locations leveraging Maximo for AFE only, partner to ensure correct AFE purchase process adherence.

• Acts as a liaison with other departments on purchasing matters, including the scheduling of orders, selection of products, and similar or related issues.
• Resolves issues related to delivery discrepancies, pricing, logistics, and contracts, etc.
• Address or assist with redirection of invoice issues assigned to the Buyer.
• Ensure accurate item or standard service number usage on all PO\'s.
• Ensure contracted vendors are being utilized on all PO\'s.

Job Requirements:

• Change Management
• Customer solutions focused
• Negotiations skills
• Skilled in cost/benefit analysis and alternative decision making
• Technology adept (eProcurement and P2P systems, standard Office Suite)
• Strategy development
• Project/Task management
• Continuous Improvement
• Communications (oral/written)
• Ability to influence and lead outcome
• Relationship management
• Team oriented

This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance. \xe2\x80\x8b
ADM requires the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and a background check.
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EEO

ADM is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability and veterans status.

About ADM:

ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We\'re a premier global human and animal nutrition company, delivering solutions today with an eye to the future. We\'re blazing new trails in health and well-being as our scientists develop groundbreaking products to support healthier living. We\'re a cutting-edge innovator leading the way to a new future of plant-based consumer and industrial solutions to replace petroleum-based products. We\'re an unmatched agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. And we\'re a leader in sustainability, scaling across entire value chains to help decarbonize our industry and safeguard our planet. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional and sustainability challenges of today and tomorrow. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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