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.

Key Responsibilities:

- 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

Requirements:

- 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.

📌 Strategic Procurement Business Partner (Alton)
🏢 PRIDE Seeds
📍 Alton