Senior Buyer, Parts & Equipment
Cargill is committed to providing food and agricultural solutions to nourish the world in a safe, responsible, and sustainable way. Sitting at the heart of the supply chain, we partner with farmers and customers to source, make and deliver products that are vital for living.
Our 155,000 team members innovate with purpose, providing customers with life’s essentials so businesses can grow, communities prosper, and consumers live well. With over 160 years of experience as a family company, we look ahead while remaining true to our values. We put people first. We reach higher. We do the right thing—today and for generations to come.
Job Purpose and Impact
The Senior Buyer, Parts & Equipment, leads the development and execution of complex regional sourcing strategies to deliver value across cost, risk, continuity, and supplier performance. This role partners with stakeholders and key suppliers to align category priorities, leveraging strong market insight and relationship management to influence outcomes. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Senior Buyer drives category strategy execution and ensures adoption of procurement best practices. This role also strengthens team capability through continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead end-to-end execution of complex regional sourcing strategies and events
- Develop and execute category strategies aligned to business and stakeholder priorities
- Build deep expertise in regional spend, supply markets, and stakeholder landscape
- Influence and align cross-functional stakeholders and key suppliers to drive outcomes
- Manage strategic supplier relationships to deliver value (cost, innovation, sustainability, performance)
- Drive business continuity through proactive supply and risk mitigation planning
- Lead contract strategy, negotiations, and supplier performance management
- Analyze market and spend data to inform sourcing decisions and recommendations
- Operate independently to resolve complex procurement challenges
- Champion continuous improvement and adoption of procurement best practices
- Provide coaching and guidance to Associate and Professional Buyers, delegate tactical work as appropriate
- Contribute to broader team and category planning, insights, and execution
- Independently handle complex issues with minimal supervision, while escalating only the most complex issues to appropriate staff.
- Other duties as assigned
This position could be located from a Cargill office in Wayzata, MN or Wichita, KS.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field OR equivalent experience
- Minimum of four years of related work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in Parts or Equipment sourcing
- Experience with SAP
Compensation Data
The expected salary for this position is $110,000-$135,000. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, certifications, education, and level of experience. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. This position is eligible for a discretionary incentive award. The incentive award amount is dependent upon company performance and your personal performance.
At Cargill we put people first. As part of your overall rewards, we offer a comprehensive benefit program including medical and/or other benefits dependent on the position offered and hours worked. Visit: https://www.cargill.com/page/my-health/mh-health-and-wellness to learn more (subject to certain collective bargaining agreements for Union positions).Minnesota Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 48 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law.
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