Sr. Specialist, Chemicals Procurement

About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We’re a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. About the Role The Sr. Specialist, Chemicals Procurement provides advanced sourcing, contracting, analytics, and supplier management support to Category Managers while independently managing low-to-medium complexity sourcing initiatives and supplier relationships. This role acts as a subject matter expert for procurement processes, systems, and category administration. Key responsibilities Strategic Sourcing: Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies for raw materials, process chemicals, and formulation ingredients within volatile commodity markets. Procurement Analysis: Conduct spend analysis and supplier benchmarking, develop cost models and sourcing recommendations, and prepare reports, presentations, and business cases. Contract Administration: Prepare contracts, amendments, and supporting documentation; coordinate reviews with Legal, Finance, and key stakeholders; and monitor contract compliance and expiration dates. Supplier Coordination: Manage day-to-day supplier communication, track supplier performance metrics, and support supplier onboarding and issue resolution. Project & Initiative Support: Support capital projects and service procurements, coordinate sourcing activities and project timelines, and track procurement deliverables and savings initiatives. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, support data management and procurement systems, and assist with audits and compliance reviews. About You Knowledge Procurement processes and sourcing methodologies Contract administration practices Spend analysis and procurement reporting Supplier onboarding and management procedures Procurement systems and technologies Procurement compliance requirements Project coordination fundamentals Skills Procurement analytics and reporting Competitive bid administration Contract administration Supplier communication and coordination Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis Project coordination and organization Presentation preparation and documentation Detail-oriented and accurate Process improvement focused Service-oriented business partner Analytical and data-driven Self-motivated problem solver Collaborative team contributor Continuous learner Required and Preferred Education/Certification Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field (required) CPSM, CPSD, C.P.M., or equivalent certification (preferred) Advanced Excel, Power BI, or analytics certification (preferred) Lean or Six Sigma Yellow Belt (preferred) Required and Preferred Work Experience 3-5 years of procurement experience (required) Experience supporting sourcing events and contract administration Solid knowledge of chemical commodities and market price drivers. Understanding of chemical handling safety, REACH/TSCA compliance, and related regulatory frameworks Experience with spend analysis and reporting Experience supporting designated categories (preferred) ERP system experience (SAP preferred) Supplier performance management experience (preferred) Total Rewards The annual pay range estimated for this position is $86,993.60 - $108,742.00 and is bonus eligible. Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range. Competitive Pay Multiple Healthcare plan choices Dental and vision insurance A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions Short- and Long-Term Disability Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans Paid holidays & vacation Floating days off Parental leave for new parents Employee resource groups Learning & development programs Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future Career Path & Culture Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process. Primient Overview Primient is a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational expertise that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from start to finish, we focus our priorities on producing the safest, highest quality ingredients through practices that uphold our ongoing commitment to sustainability. Our employees, some of whom are second and third generation legacy, understand the importance of maintaining the highest levels of safety, excellence, and integrity in all that we do. We continue to grow with a century long history of ingenuity that started with agricultural visionary Augustus "Gene" Staley. Staley’s "can do" attitude and entrepreneurial spirit continue to lead and inspire Primient in new ways that ensure we honor our traditions to confidently trail blaze ahead. We proudly walk the halls of the ‘Castle in the Cornfields’ administration building in Decatur, IL, US, tracing our rich heritage and planning for the next big ideas. #J-18808-Ljbffr 1101 Primary Products Ingredients Americas LLC