Strategic Sourcing Manager

Corteva Agriscience • Johnston, IA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Corteva Agriscience, you will help shape the future of agriculture through innovation, technology, and a people-first culture. We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our team in Johnston, IA. As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will serve as the strategic procurement partner for Corporate Functions across North America, leading sourcing initiatives that drive business value, strengthen supplier partnerships, mitigate risk, and support enterprise transformation. You will oversee a multi-million-dollar spend portfolio spanning HR Services, Professional Services, Corporate Travel & Aviation, and other Corporate Programs while collaborating with global procurement leaders to align strategies and leverage enterprise-wide opportunities. Leading a team of procurement professionals, you will partner with senior leaders across HR, Finance, Legal, and other Corporate Functions to deliver value through supplier innovation, digital transformation, operational excellence, and risk management. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Human Resources, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Category Management within a global organization.
• Experience managing categories such as HR Services, Professional Services, Corporate Travel, Legal Services, Consulting, Talent Acquisition, Benefits, or similar corporate services.
• Proven success leading and developing teams.
• Strong expertise in supplier management, negotiations, category strategy, and value creation.
• Experience influencing executive stakeholders within complex, matrixed organizations.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Experience with procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua, Jaggaer, or similar systems.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives and global procurement priorities.
• Lead strategic sourcing activities, including market analysis, supplier evaluations, RFx processes, negotiations, and contract strategy.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, performance programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with senior business leaders to provide market insights, commercial recommendations, and sourcing expertise.
• Drive value creation through analytics, digital procurement tools, AI-enabled capabilities, and process improvements.
• Promote procurement excellence, governance, compliance, and responsible sourcing practices.
• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team while supporting enterprise transformation initiatives.
• Partner with global procurement leaders to identify opportunities for category harmonization, supplier consolidation, best practice sharing, and enterprise-wide value creation.
• Lead a team of 2-3 individuals reporting directly / indirectly

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior