Strategic Procurement Business Partner

Strategic procurement and supplier negotiation shape this full-time permanent position with PRIDE Seeds, supporting internal clients and purchasing decisions.

The Procurement and Purchasing Analyst I serves assigned business areas as a Strategic Procurement Business Partner. Responsibilities span demand planning, sourcing, category management, supplier qualification, contract coordination, and purchase-process governance. The position supports the North America Controller while balancing cost, quality, timing, continuity, and risk.

• Serve as purchasing focal point for assigned internal clients
• Anticipate demand and maintain portfolio visibility and action plans
• Identify, qualify, develop, and reassess suppliers
• Coordinate contracts, approvals, documentation, and policy compliance
• Present risks, opportunities, performance, and action plans

• University degree in supply chain, procurement, finance, or related discipline
• At least five years in purchasing, procurement, or supply management
• Category and supplier management experience
• Knowledge of approval authorities, internal controls, and audit evidence
• Basic to intermediate Artificial Intelligence knowledge

Bring strategic sourcing, stakeholder communication, supplier qualification, and governance capabilities to PRIDE Seeds purchasing operations.