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Regional Direct Category Buyer, Packaging
Purchasing/Procurement
The Regional Direct Category Buyer is responsible for managing an evolving spend portfolio across Roquette facilities in Canada and the continental United States (NORAM region). The role implements international framework agreements within the assigned scope, ensures local sourcing activities are aligned with Roquette's purchasing strategy, and manages the full purchasing process including sourcing, negotiations, contract development, supplier performance management, and purchasing KPI reporting. This position works closely with local and global stakeholders to optimize supplier performance, support business initiatives, and maximize supply chain effectiveness.
In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation. Apply purchasing policies, procedures, and planning in accordance with Roquette category management guidelines.
Lead sourcing activities, supplier selection processes, contract negotiations, and contract execution.
Develop and implement regional purchasing strategies aligned with Group category strategies and priorities.
Partner closely with Supply Chain, Logistics, Planning, Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and other stakeholders to support business objectives.
Participate in cross-functional development and transformation projects to improve supply chain performance.
Act as project buyer for business-led initiatives and projects.




Negotiate and manage supplier contracts in accordance with Roquette purchasing and legal requirements.
Maintain contract-related information in SAP and related procurement systems, including catalogs, pricing, and purchasing conditions.
Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality, safety, contractual, and business requirements.
Track and report purchasing KPIs, savings initiatives, objectives, and action plan progress.
Primary responsibility for Packaging commodities supporting Roquette HPS facilities in Midland, MI; Scope may expand to include NBI facilities in Portage la Prairie, MB; Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience in commodity sourcing, supplier management, and procurement within an industrial workplace.
Functional needs analysis Strategic sourcing Supplier selection Negotiation Contract management Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis
Knowledge of Packaging commodity markets required.
Technical knowledge of Packaging and Chemicals is considered an asset.
Experience collaborating with cross-functional and international teams.
Advanced English language proficiency.
Hybrid role with regular interaction across manufacturing, supply chain, and operational functions.
Full-time position.
Additional hours may be required to support business needs and supplier engagement across the NORAM region.
Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. "Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.

📌 Purchasing Agent Full Time (Portage la Prairie)
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📍 Portage la Prairie