Regional Direct Category Buyer – NORAM

Roquette•Midland, TX

10d•$100,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Roquette is seeking a Regional Direct Category Buyer, Packaging, within its Purchasing/Procurement team. The role manages an evolving spend portfolio across Roquette facilities in Canada and the continental United States (NORAM). It implements international framework agreements within the assigned scope, aligns local sourcing activities with Roquette's purchasing strategy, and manages the full purchasing process, including sourcing, negotiations, contract development, supplier performance management, and purchasing KPI reporting. The buyer works closely with local and global stakeholders to optimize supplier performance, support business initiatives, and maximize supply chain effectiveness. The position is based in Midland, Michigan. Its primary responsibility is for Packaging commodities supporting Roquette HPS facilities in Midland, MI; Institute, WV; Plaquemine, LA; and Newark, DE. The scope may expand to include NBI facilities in Portage la Prairie, MB; Gurnee, IL; and Keokuk, IA. This is a hybrid role involving regular interaction across manufacturing, supply chain, and operational functions. It is full-time; additional hours may be required to support business needs and supplier engagement across the NORAM region. The estimated salary range is $100,000–$150,000. The position may also be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation. The specific compensation offered may depend on factors including skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Requirements

Experience in commodity sourcing, supplier management, and procurement within an industrial environment.
Expertise in sourcing methodologies, including functional needs analysis, strategic sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, contract management, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis.
Knowledge of Packaging commodity markets.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional and international teams.
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Advanced English language proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Technical knowledge of Packaging and Chemicals is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Apply purchasing policies, procedures, and planning in accordance with Roquette category management guidelines.
Implement Group framework agreements and ensure effective adoption within the assigned scope.
Lead sourcing activities, supplier selection processes, contract negotiations, and contract execution.
Develop and implement regional purchasing strategies aligned with Group category strategies and priorities.
Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, Planning, Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders to support business objectives.
Participate in cross-functional development and transformation projects to improve supply chain performance.
Act as project buyer for business-led initiatives and projects.
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts in accordance with Roquette purchasing and legal requirements.
Maintain contract-related information in SAP and related procurement systems, including catalogs, pricing, and purchasing conditions.
Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality, safety, contractual, and business requirements.
Track and report purchasing KPIs, savings initiatives, objectives, and action plan progress.
Identify opportunities to optimize the supplier base, improve value creation, and support business growth.