Title:  Senior Manager, Category Procurement

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 118 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

As a Senior Category Manager – Commodities Procurement at WK Kellogg Co (WKKC), you will have the opportunity to lead sugar and corn sourcing strategy development and execution for our cereal business.  You’ll use your procurement experience to partner with suppliers to deliver flawless supply execution while maximizing value to WKKC.  In this role we are looking for a strategic and analytical thinker who’s successful at stakeholder engagement, with a drive for success who plays to win in the strategic sourcing space; if this sounds like you, grrr-eat!

HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Ingredient Category Strategy & Execution – You’ll develop category strategies by interacting with internal stakeholders and external suppliers with a focus on the future state.  You’ll execute the strategy by engaging with internal cross-functional partners and building relationships with external suppliers and industry experts while adhering to current processes and recommending improvements to standard processes.
• Focus on Cost Reduction – In this role, you will develop category strategies and execute RFPs and gain cross functional alignment prior to execution.  You will develop cost reduction strategies based on stakeholder budgets and forecasting for the category. You will also execute RFP’s with national and regional implementation plans.
• Financial Analytics – Review weekly risks and opportunities as market dynamics change.  Submit forecast updates and cause of change per finance calendar needs including category outlook, purchase price variance drivers, category coverage, and risks and opportunities.
• Supplier Relationship Management – Maintain and improve supplier partner performance. Monitor implementation of new contract terms. Review supplier scorecard and oversee performance within your categories.
• Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing – You will support the sustainability strategy for your categories

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Bachelor degree REQUIRED
• Experience in exchange traded commodities is REQUIRED; Sugar or grain experience is a PLUS.
• Analytical skills to forecast risks / opportunities in dynamic commodity space
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strategic sourcing, long-term strategy development, risk management, RFP execution, negotiations, supplier selection and management, innovation, operations, cost reductions, and cash flow.

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. Our benefit offerings include:

• Healthcare coverage, including vision and dental.
• Savings and Investments contributions and match
• Paid Time Off
• Life and AD&D insurance coverage

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family, but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

ABOUT WK KELLOGG CO

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com. 

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email TalentAssist@wkkellogg.com

THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment