Commodity NPK Manager
Company: J.R. Simplot
Location: Boise
Posted on: May 7, 2024
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Job Description:
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held
organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and
agriculture-related businesses. We are a true farm-to-table company
with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including
seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer
manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and
distribution.SummaryThe Procurement Senior Category Manager is a
commercial fertilizer role that focuses on procuring crop nutrition
fertilizers to our Simplot Grower Solutions locations. A successful
candidate will possess extensive fertilizer experience in either
sales or procurement, ability to build and sustain long term
supplier relationships, bring a strategic approach to evaluating
needs, executing based on market conditions and ultimately build
trust and credibility through multiple levels of internal
stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Develops strategic procurement
plan that incorporates local, regional and global supply and demand
factors. Consistently peruse and evaluate new supply options, to
include but not limited to: new suppliers, freight options, origins
etc. Actively seek out, interpret and communicate market
information from internal and external sources. Work closely with
key internal stakeholders to provide an opinion of current and
forward market conditions and plan to best procure needs based on
demand forecast.
Manages strategic vendor relationships and performance to ensure
delivery of service, quality, cost and supply commitments.
Maintain a detailed approach to managing positions, supply
agreements and various location needs. Typical EducationBachelor's
Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4 year college or university (or
equivalent experience) Relevant Experience5+ years related
experience and/or training Required CertificationsOther Information
Knowledge of fertilizer trading, various domestic river markets
Understanding of domestic and international supply and demand for
crop nutrition fertilizer
Knowledge/experience in a commercial/procurement role
Knowledge working in business or functional unit supported by the
category High degree of industry experience in the specific
category areas
MS Office
Good sales, presentation, negotiation and market data/analysis
skills
Strategic Cost Management Depending on experience could be a senior
level position.Job Requisition ID: 15220Travel Required: Up to
25%Location(s): Simplot Headquarters - BoiseCountry: United
StatesWage range or rate of pay: $110-170k Plus annual incentive
plan eligibilityThe compensation offered to the successful
applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills,
education, location, and other job-related reasons.Attractive total
rewards package that includes: Medical, dental, vision coverage
401(k) savings plan Paid Family Building Leave Generous Paid Time
Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1 10
Paid Holidays Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
Education AssistanceBenefits details available at
simplotbenefits.com**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an
Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity,
gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental
disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or
veteran status, marital status, or any other protected
status.**
Keywords: J.R. Simplot, Boise , Commodity NPK Manager, Executive , Boise, Idaho
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