Category Lead – South LATAM Parts & Equipment

About the role

The Category Lead for South LATAM Parts & Equipment will design and execute strategic sourcing and procurement processes for Cargill’s Grains and Food businesses across Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Bolivia and Ecuador. Working closely with Maintenance & Repair and CAPEX teams, the role drives value capture through regional supplier engagement and strategic negotiations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop regional expertise and sourcing strategies for Parts/MRO and Equipment categories, leveraging market insights and Cargill’s scale.
• Lead contract negotiations with regional and local suppliers, ensuring alignment with business priorities and value‑creation targets.
• Define and deploy medium‑ and long‑term sourcing initiatives, measuring and reporting procurement value.
• Collaborate with market intelligence analysts to shape sourcing approaches and support business decisions.

Required profile

• Proven experience creating strategic sourcing playbooks and purchasing strategies.
• Background in procurement within the LATAM region, preferably in Parts/MRO, indirect material or equipment.
• Advanced English and intermediate Spanish communication skills.

Required skills

• ERP systems such as SAP or Ariba.
• Strategic sourcing and category management.