Description

Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.
Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life's essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing-today and for generations to come.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Global Category Buyer - IT Software will support multiple countries for Software sourcing & related activities. In this role, you will execute complex procurement tasks to provide inputs to the global category team.

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Key Accountabilities

• Drive the implementation of Global Software / SaaS sourcing decisions by conducting RFX activities and contract negotiations. Conclude best-in-class deals to ensure favorable terms and compliance with company policies.
• Provide inputs to the global category team for category strategy development and execution.
• Execute medium and highly complex sourcing events & ongoing renewals for Software and SaaS contracts.
• Monitor stakeholder relationships. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand needs and ensure alignment with procurement strategies.
• Follow 100% compliance with established procedures to select suppliers for Software, SaaS, and related Services. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and provide regular reports to management.
• Independently solve moderately complex issues with minimal supervision while escalating more complex issues to appropriate staff.
• Provide inputs into supplier governance processes as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience with software purchases
• Experience with global purchasing processes
• Advanced English
• Other minimum qualifications may apply

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.