Senior Procurement and Risk Manager-Midwest
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Senior Procurement and Risk Manager
Candidates must currently reside in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, or Michigan, or be willing to relocate to the Lake Mills, Wisconsin area. Summary The Senior Procurement and Risk Manager is responsible for leading strategic sourcing, supplier risk management, and procurement governance across the organization. This role will oversee the strategic purchasing of bulk and specialty feed ingredients (corn, soybean meal, DDGS, fats/oils, etc.)
and managing supplier contracts to ensure a reliable, cost-effective supply for a large layer operation. This role requires strong market awareness, negotiation skills, and close coordination with nutrition, feed mill, and operations teams. The Senior Procurement and Risk Manager will also oversee the Assistant Buyer, who manages the day-to-day purchasing of macro and micro ingredients, and provide guidance on supplier relationships and inventory planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Procurement Leadership
- Risk Management & Supply Assurance
- Supplier Management & Governance
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Leadership & Process Improvement
Education and/or Experience Required Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Finance, Economics, or related field. 8–10 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, and/or supply chain risk management. Proven experience managing strategic suppliers and complex contracts. Strong understanding of risk management frameworks and commodity or market-based pricing. Preferred Master's degree or MBA. Professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, CSCP, CRM). Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, food production, or other asset-intensive industries.
Experience with hedging, futures, or financial risk management strategies.
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
Strategic thinking and executive-level communication Advanced negotiation and contract management Risk assessment and mitigation Financial and data analysis Leadership and change management Work Environment Primarily office-based with frequent contact with feed mills, nutrition, and suppliers. Some travel to suppliers, mills, and industry meetings required
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