Oterra · 11 hours ago
Procurement Specialist
Sturtevant, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expOterra is a leading company in natural color solutions, and they are seeking a motivated and analytical Procurement Specialist to join their global sourcing team. This role involves building sourcing networks, engaging with suppliers and farmers, and implementing sourcing strategies to secure food ingredients and fresh produce.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingOrganic
Responsibilities
Identify and build relationships with strategic suppliers and farmers across the USA, supporting long-term sourcing partnerships for selected raw materials and ingredients (roots, functional ingredients e.g. starches, gums etc.)
Proactively scout & mapping new sourcing opportunities and assess them through structured business case, considering cost, quality, reliability and scalability. Deliver clear recommendations to support commercial and operational decision-making
Support the execution of regional sourcing strategies aligned with global priorities and future growth plans, with emphasis on supply security and commercial value
Work with suppliers, farmers, and operational teams to align crop cycles, plan volumes, and mitigate production and delivery risks
Monitor commodity markets, seasonal patterns, and cost drivers to provide actionable insights and enable data-backed negotiation and planning
Interface with internal teams (e.g., R&D, Quality, Supply Chain) to ensure seamless alignment of sourcing plans with product requirements and manufacturing needs
Lead the negotiation and contracting process, ensuring clarity on commercial terms, supply volumes, and delivery expectations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Food Science, Agriculture, or a related field
5 - 7 years of experience in procurement —preferably within the food ingredients sector
Strong commercial acumen with experience in building business cases and analyzing sourcing data
Practical understanding of US produce supply chains and farmer engagement
Self-starter mindset with strong interpersonal and project management skills
Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools; experience with ERP systems is a plus
Willingness to travel across US sourcing regions as needed
Benefits
Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
401k Match
PTO offer of the first day of employment
Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family on your first day of employment
401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings
Paid Time Off – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave –Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most
Employee Engagement – Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company
Company
Oterra
Oterra is a developer and manufacturer of naturally sourced coloring ingredients for food and beverages.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2020-09-26Acquired
Leadership Team
Joshua Lorbach, MBA
Finance Business Partner
Mary Bentley
Chief Commercial Officer
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