Nufarm Limited
Requisition ID 10256 -Posted - United States - Alsip - Supply Chain - Nufarm – Crop Protection
Are you a senior procurement leader who knows how to turn scale into value? Do you thrive in complex, regulated environments and enjoy leading high-performing teams to deliver commercial impact, manage risk and strengthen supply continuity? If so, we invite you to explore an exciting leadership opportunity at Nufarm as Director of Procurement – North America, where you can play a pivotal role in shaping our future and advancing your career.
Nufarm. Evolving Ag. Nufarm is a global crop protection and seeds technologies company that helps farmers and businesses meet the global challenges of food, feed, fibre, and food production.
Whether it’s commercialising the world’s first plant-based omega-3, launching precision agricultural solutions, unlocking biomass oils for more sustainable fuels and fast‑moving consumer goods, launching innovative new crop protection solutions or delivering the crop and seed solutions farmers depend on every day, Nufarm is evolving with agriculture to drive value for customers.
Your Future, Fuelled by Innovation Based in Alsip, in the role of Director Procurement North America you will elevate procurement capability across North America, embedding professional standards, strengthening supplier partnerships and delivering sustained business value. This is a highly strategic role with responsibility for defining and executing the regional procurement strategy while aligning closely with global procurement frameworks. Your leadership will be critical to how Nufarm manages risk, ensures supply continuity and drives continuous improvement across operations.
How You’ll Help Us Grow
Define and lead the North American procurement strategy in line with global procurement and regional operational objectives
Drive transformation through creativity, innovation and professional procurement practices
Oversee all categories of spend, ensuring strong governance, compliance and risk management
Develop and embed category management and supplier relationship management approaches to maximise value
Strengthen supply continuity through proactive risk management and full participation in IBP processes
Build a capable, high‑performing procurement organisation through clear role definition and structured development programs
Leverage spends analytics and procurement data to deliver year‑on‑year value improvement
Foster strong, transparent relationships with senior stakeholders across the business
Champion continuous improvement across systems, processes and ways of working
Could This Be You? We’re looking for a commercially astute procurement leader with deep experience in the chemicals sector and a proven track record of leading teams and driving change in complex, global environments.
You’ll bring:
Minimum 8 years’ experience in chemical procurement
Experience working within a multinational, matrix organisation
Strong understanding of global sourcing, category management and professional purchasing practices
Proven people leadership capability, with experience leading and developing teams
Strong knowledge of ERP systems, procurement technologies and business reporting
Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to turn strategy into execution
What do we offer? Our compensation structure is designed to reflect the cost of labor across various U.S. geographic markets. The base salary for this position ranges from $ 166,500 per year in our lowest geographic market to $ 244,200 per year in our highest geographic market. Compensation is determined by several factors, including market location, and may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Nufarm, we believe in total compensation. Depending on the position, additional forms of compensation may be included as part of a comprehensive package, alongside a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
Nufarm is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Nufarm employees. Apply today and be part of our journey to shape the future of agriculture! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Are you a senior procurement leader who knows how to turn scale into value? Do you thrive in complex, regulated environments and enjoy leading high-performing teams to deliver commercial impact, manage risk and strengthen supply continuity? If so, we invite you to explore an exciting leadership opportunity at Nufarm as Director of Procurement – North America, where you can play a pivotal role in shaping our future and advancing your career.
Nufarm. Evolving Ag. Nufarm is a global crop protection and seeds technologies company that helps farmers and businesses meet the global challenges of food, feed, fibre, and food production.
Whether it’s commercialising the world’s first plant-based omega-3, launching precision agricultural solutions, unlocking biomass oils for more sustainable fuels and fast‑moving consumer goods, launching innovative new crop protection solutions or delivering the crop and seed solutions farmers depend on every day, Nufarm is evolving with agriculture to drive value for customers.
Your Future, Fuelled by Innovation Based in Alsip, in the role of Director Procurement North America you will elevate procurement capability across North America, embedding professional standards, strengthening supplier partnerships and delivering sustained business value. This is a highly strategic role with responsibility for defining and executing the regional procurement strategy while aligning closely with global procurement frameworks. Your leadership will be critical to how Nufarm manages risk, ensures supply continuity and drives continuous improvement across operations.
How You’ll Help Us Grow
Define and lead the North American procurement strategy in line with global procurement and regional operational objectives
Drive transformation through creativity, innovation and professional procurement practices
Oversee all categories of spend, ensuring strong governance, compliance and risk management
Develop and embed category management and supplier relationship management approaches to maximise value
Strengthen supply continuity through proactive risk management and full participation in IBP processes
Build a capable, high‑performing procurement organisation through clear role definition and structured development programs
Leverage spends analytics and procurement data to deliver year‑on‑year value improvement
Foster strong, transparent relationships with senior stakeholders across the business
Champion continuous improvement across systems, processes and ways of working
Could This Be You? We’re looking for a commercially astute procurement leader with deep experience in the chemicals sector and a proven track record of leading teams and driving change in complex, global environments.
You’ll bring:
Minimum 8 years’ experience in chemical procurement
Experience working within a multinational, matrix organisation
Strong understanding of global sourcing, category management and professional purchasing practices
Proven people leadership capability, with experience leading and developing teams
Strong knowledge of ERP systems, procurement technologies and business reporting
Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to turn strategy into execution
What do we offer? Our compensation structure is designed to reflect the cost of labor across various U.S. geographic markets. The base salary for this position ranges from $ 166,500 per year in our lowest geographic market to $ 244,200 per year in our highest geographic market. Compensation is determined by several factors, including market location, and may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. At Nufarm, we believe in total compensation. Depending on the position, additional forms of compensation may be included as part of a comprehensive package, alongside a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.
Nufarm is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Nufarm employees. Apply today and be part of our journey to shape the future of agriculture! #J-18808-Ljbffr