Global Source to Contract Specialist

About ADM:

We are one of the world's largest nutrition companies and a global leader in human and animal nutrition. We unlock the power of nature to provide nourishing quality of life by transforming crops into ingredients and solutions for foods, beverages, supplements, livestock, aquaculture, and pets.

About ADM India Hub:

At ADM, we have long recognized the strength and potential of India's talent pool, which is why we have maintained a presence in the country for more than 25 years. Building on this foundation, we have now established ADM India Hub, our first GCC in India.

At ADM India Hub, we are hiring for IT and finance roles across diverse technology and business functions. We stand at the intersection of global expertise and local excellence, enabling us to drive innovation and support our larger purpose of unlocking the power of nature to enrich quality of life.

POSITION TITLE: GlobalSource to Contract Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Global Procurement Operations and Transformation

JOB TYPE: Full-Time - Exempt

LOCATION: India / Bangalore

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities associated with this role can be divided into 3 broad categories:

eSourcing:

• Drive global use and adoption of RF(x) tools across Global Procurement teams, ensuring adherence to ADM's standard processes
• Partner with category management teams globally on projects to configure online RF(x) (request for Proposal, Request for Quotation or Request for Information) and eAuctions
• Serve as ADM's expert on best practices for eRF(x) processes and tools, methodologies and advanced sourcing strategies
• Partner with the purchasing hub globally to deliver best-in-class eAuction management and competitive bid processes to maximize savings results and organization effectiveness

Contract Lifecycle Management:

• Serve as a SME on CLM processes and activities
• Participate in design and deployment of the CLM tool in EMEA and APAC

Overall Source to Contract process enhancements:

• Lead system training for all ADM users and suppliers
• Contribute to global Projects related to new features and functions, changes in process and tools
• Share of best practices across Global Procurement teams

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Innovative professional with proven ability to think strategically and manage aggressive assignments
• Technology savvy – good understanding of IT systems and MS Excel, MS Power BI and Data is a plus
• Ability to utilize AI-powered tools such as Microsoft Copilot and sourcing platform capabilities to improve efficiency, decision-making, and user experience.
• Driven team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Strategic focus with an ability to prioritize, self-manage and focus on performance excellence
• Language: Fluent in English. German, French, Polish, Dutch or Spanish is a plus

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Technology and/or Purchasing or Supply Chain experience required
• 3+ years in Strategic Sourcing and/or exposure to eRF(x) tools (especially Jaggaer, SAP Ariba or Coupa) preferred. Experience with advanced sourcing and optimizations a plus
• Preferred Experience in Food/ Agri-business industry