Purchasing Agent
Bunge Iberica SA, Channahon, IL, United States
Purchasing Agent
Date:
Apr 21, 2026
City:
Channahon
State:
Illinois
Country:
United States
Requisition Number:
45140
A Day in the Life:
The Purchasing Agent will act as the single point of contact towards the internal customer for procurement related questions; manage local purchasing requests for indirect products and services in collaboration with the sourcing and category management organization and guarantee efficient contact implementation/acceptance on site.
What You'll Be Doing
Manage local purchase requisitions for indirect products and services according to defined strategies and frameworks
Verify purchase request quality and correct buying channel, align with end users on missing specifications
Execute local purchase requisitions
Identify and advise customer on possible modification from original requests (e.g. more cost effective alternatives exists)
Screen potential suppliers through basic Request For Information/Proposal process
Select a supplier according to the defined strategy in the category
Process requisition via purchase order or purchasing card
Follow-up on purchase orders
Be aware of purchase request processing guidelines for all categories to allow for flexible work allocation
Collaborate with local planning function(s) on production schedules and MRP min/max levels
Ensure local purchase requisition approvals are defined and followed
Manage the Procurement function at multiple sites
Be an expert in understanding local catalog content relevant for a particular site and ensure familiarity with relevant category instructions detailing buying procedure, preferred suppliers, etc. for the site (close collaboration with Sourcing Managers and Content Maintainers who will provide these guidelines)
Ensure the use of the procurement procedures by internal customers at the site
If necessary, inform internal customers about required changes and/or preferred alternative buying channels
Guarantee efficient use of the purchasing systems by all users providing them assistance when necessary
Act as a coordinator between the local stakeholders and the procurement organization
Identify, track, and report locally generated savings
Manage and coordinate with local and regional external suppliers
Source and negotiate pricing for all maintenance supplies and services not covered by strategic sourcing agreements
Ensure all purchased materials and services are delivered on time to support a 24/7 plant operation
Coordinate contract implementation tasks with purchasing managers and stakeholders
Coordinate and participate in the execution of the implementation plan
Promote the use of global/regional contracts
Ensure purchases comply with defined preferred supplier program and are in line with defined channel strategy
Support strategic sourcing initiatives
Upon request by the Center of Expertise or Sourcing Manager during the sourcing process:
Provide input on local spend situation and category practices
Provide insights on local supplier market
Engage local stakeholders to identify any local requirements (legal, QA/regulatory, customer, specifications, etc.)
Support local supplier qualification assessment
Support contract implementation plan development
Support on-going spot buy reduction initiatives locally
Ensure purchasing involvement in 85+% of all local non-commodity, non-logistic spend
Monitor recurring spot buys to reduce the total amount of spot buys
Highlight potential for catalogue and contract creation based on recurrent free text requests
Perform additional job responsibilities as directed by Purchasing Manager
Skill/Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree preferred, in relevant discipline; high school diploma required
Minimum of two years relevant purchasing experience required
Strong analytical thinking (understand complex subjects, decompose into comparable components, structured evaluation and documentation)
Thorough understanding of defined procurement P2P processes
Local supplier market awareness (for assigned commodities) and product/service portfolio insights
Basic sourcing methodology understanding including total Cost Ownership, Risk Management and Savings/Benefit monitoring
Familiar with the letter and spirit of the laws applicable to purchasing and supply management
Proficiency in SAP considered an asset
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP
Proven ability to work with minimal supervision
Benefits
Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
401(k) Retirement Plan – Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution and matching up to 4% of your contributions.
Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
Tuition Reimbursement – Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually.
Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience. 0–9 years: 25 days; 10–19 years: 30 days; 20+ years: 35 days
Compensation range: $56,936.00 - $64,053.00. Eligible for an annual incentive bonus.
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Date:
Apr 21, 2026
City:
Channahon
State:
Illinois
Country:
United States
Requisition Number:
45140
A Day in the Life:
The Purchasing Agent will act as the single point of contact towards the internal customer for procurement related questions; manage local purchasing requests for indirect products and services in collaboration with the sourcing and category management organization and guarantee efficient contact implementation/acceptance on site.
What You'll Be Doing
Manage local purchase requisitions for indirect products and services according to defined strategies and frameworks
Verify purchase request quality and correct buying channel, align with end users on missing specifications
Execute local purchase requisitions
Identify and advise customer on possible modification from original requests (e.g. more cost effective alternatives exists)
Screen potential suppliers through basic Request For Information/Proposal process
Select a supplier according to the defined strategy in the category
Process requisition via purchase order or purchasing card
Follow-up on purchase orders
Be aware of purchase request processing guidelines for all categories to allow for flexible work allocation
Collaborate with local planning function(s) on production schedules and MRP min/max levels
Ensure local purchase requisition approvals are defined and followed
Manage the Procurement function at multiple sites
Be an expert in understanding local catalog content relevant for a particular site and ensure familiarity with relevant category instructions detailing buying procedure, preferred suppliers, etc. for the site (close collaboration with Sourcing Managers and Content Maintainers who will provide these guidelines)
Ensure the use of the procurement procedures by internal customers at the site
If necessary, inform internal customers about required changes and/or preferred alternative buying channels
Guarantee efficient use of the purchasing systems by all users providing them assistance when necessary
Act as a coordinator between the local stakeholders and the procurement organization
Identify, track, and report locally generated savings
Manage and coordinate with local and regional external suppliers
Source and negotiate pricing for all maintenance supplies and services not covered by strategic sourcing agreements
Ensure all purchased materials and services are delivered on time to support a 24/7 plant operation
Coordinate contract implementation tasks with purchasing managers and stakeholders
Coordinate and participate in the execution of the implementation plan
Promote the use of global/regional contracts
Ensure purchases comply with defined preferred supplier program and are in line with defined channel strategy
Support strategic sourcing initiatives
Upon request by the Center of Expertise or Sourcing Manager during the sourcing process:
Provide input on local spend situation and category practices
Provide insights on local supplier market
Engage local stakeholders to identify any local requirements (legal, QA/regulatory, customer, specifications, etc.)
Support local supplier qualification assessment
Support contract implementation plan development
Support on-going spot buy reduction initiatives locally
Ensure purchasing involvement in 85+% of all local non-commodity, non-logistic spend
Monitor recurring spot buys to reduce the total amount of spot buys
Highlight potential for catalogue and contract creation based on recurrent free text requests
Perform additional job responsibilities as directed by Purchasing Manager
Skill/Experience Requirements
Bachelor's degree preferred, in relevant discipline; high school diploma required
Minimum of two years relevant purchasing experience required
Strong analytical thinking (understand complex subjects, decompose into comparable components, structured evaluation and documentation)
Thorough understanding of defined procurement P2P processes
Local supplier market awareness (for assigned commodities) and product/service portfolio insights
Basic sourcing methodology understanding including total Cost Ownership, Risk Management and Savings/Benefit monitoring
Familiar with the letter and spirit of the laws applicable to purchasing and supply management
Proficiency in SAP considered an asset
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Good computer skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP
Proven ability to work with minimal supervision
Benefits
Health Benefits – Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
401(k) Retirement Plan – Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution and matching up to 4% of your contributions.
Family Support – Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
Tuition Reimbursement – Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually.
Time Off – Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience. 0–9 years: 25 days; 10–19 years: 30 days; 20+ years: 35 days
Compensation range: $56,936.00 - $64,053.00. Eligible for an annual incentive bonus.
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