Director, Procurement - Parts and Equipment North America

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 Director of Procurement for Parts and Equipment will lead procurement activities across the North American region. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to drive disciplined execution of category strategies across Cargill. You will build and inspire a high‑performing team, lead change where needed, and oversee end‑to‑end sourcing activities to deliver measurable business value and outcomes.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the sourcing process, ensuring the Parts and Equipment Team is aligned with enterprise, business, and procurement objectives.
• Drive value creation through data and metrics by setting clear goals, strengthening supplier agreements and relationships, and advancing team capabilities and expertise.
• Support established process initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement and value creation, fostering an engaging culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Align team resources to deliver short and long‑term strategies and achieve Procurement and Business objectives. Build and maintain strong relationships with regional business stakeholders anticipating needs and enabling strategic outcomes.
• Lead collaboration with internal and external partners, participating cross‑functionally to identify and advance opportunities within the Parts and Equipment category.
• Apply procurement and leadership experience, plus an understanding of regional markets and spend to advise and influence decision making.
• Ensure accountability for performance targets and expense management.
• Lead and develop a team of professionals, including responsibility for hiring, performance management, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
• Partner with peers to ensure talent decisions align with current and future organizational needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field OR equivalent experience
• Minimum of six years of related work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three or more years of supervisory experience
• Previous experience in Procurement, Maintenance and Reliability, Engineering or other Manufacturing operations experience
• Experience in Parts or Equipment Procurement

Compensation Data

The expected salary for this position is $ 140,000-$180,000. 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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Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet.

Client-provided location(s): Wayzata, MN

Job ID: Cargill_FGB-326547

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-11T18:42:59