Director of Procurement & Trading

Fox Lake, WI

Posted: 01/07/2025 Industry: Supply Chain Job Number: JM24.12.19.1 Pay Rate: $180,000 - $200,000 Remote Friendly: On-Site Experience:

Job Description

My client, a bioscience company in the Fox Lake, WI area recruiting for a Director of Procurement and Trading to join their dynamic team. I am reaching out to see if you would be interested or if you may know someone who would be a fit. Below is an overview:

Director of Procurement & Trading – Reporting to the CFO and managing a team of 4, this position will be responsible for driving the company’s strategy while overseeing trades, managing risk, and optimize purchasing.

  • Lead, coach and mentor the team, maintaining safety and continuous improvement
  • Have oversight of the procurement of grains, corn and beans and sales of byproducts such as ethanol
  • Create and implement strategies working cross functionally
  • Establish Key Performance Indicators and reports to minimize risk
  • Manage relationships with customers and supplier farmers

The ideal candidate:

  • Bachelor’s degree, MBA preferred
  • 10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing of commodities and knowledge of trading these commodities
  • Extensive knowledge of the commodity markets – corn, soybeans, biofuels
  • Proven leadership – team building, mentoring,
  • Strong negotiation skills and analytical skills
  • Knowledge of industry trends

Pluses:

  • Knowledge of 45Z and carbon footprint
  • Experience in the ethanol space or desire to learn

 

My client, an industry leader, is offering a generous compensation package (Base salary $180-200k) including bonuses and full relocation.

 

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Meet Your Recruiter

Joanie Mrozynski
Sr. Recruiter

I am a recruiter with 20 years of experience, currently recruiting Procurement & Supply Chain Management professionals for food and chemical manufacturing companies nationwide. I place professionals at all levels in Supply Chain: Purchasing/Procurement, Sourcing, Planning/Forecasting, Transportation, Logistics, Warehouse.

Whether you are an employer searching for top-notch talent or a candidate looking to change jobs, CPS has a solution for you. With over 40 years of recruiting expertise, the recruiters of CPS have the market and technical knowledge to understand your employment needs. 

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