Ingredion Incorporated

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion, where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it, you’ve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet’s food, the paper you write on, and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries, we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether you’re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, there's a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Westchester, IL

Workplace type: Hybrid

This role will shape the global digital strategy for Procurement at Ingredion, ensuring the organization is equipped with cutting-edge tools, systems, and data capabilities to drive efficiency, agility, and cost savings. By leading a high-performing team and collaborating cross-functionally, this position will transform Procurement into a modern, innovation-driven function aligned with strategic business goals.

As the Manager Procurement Tools and Systems, you will be responsible for ensuring Ingredion’s Procurement meets the demands of a modern Procurement unit, with first class Tools and Systems, supported by a smooth-running innovation machine that provides the latest solutions to make Procurement efficient, scalable, agile and deliver savings accordingly. This role will create and own the strategy of Procurement tools and systems digital capabilities at a global level.

This role will report to the Senior Director, Procurement Center of Excellence and oversee a team of three.

What you will do:

• Lead the Digital Procurement Roadmap, driving the development of eTools and systems and supporting business cases for future technology investments.
• Co-lead digital and analytics capabilities, partnering with the Global Operational Analytics Team (GOAT) to ensure data-driven decision-making and root cause resolution.
• Own Procurement Master Data and Data Strategy, establishing governance, architecture, and data flows in collaboration with relevant teams.
• Select and implement best-in-class eProcurement tools, managing major projects to ensure effective deployment and adoption.
• Develop advanced digital solutions, working with IT to pilot and implement technologies like AI, RPA, and PowerApps for greater efficiency.
• Drive analytics development, collaborating with IT and GOAT to evolve from descriptive to prescriptive analytics using market intelligence and cost modeling.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration, aligning with COE, IT, Finance, Supply Chain, and other key partners to ensure continuous improvement of systems and processes.

What you will bring:

• Proven leadership and coaching skills, with a track record of building diverse, high-performing teams under resource constraints.
• Deep procurement expertise, including end-to-end processes, strategic sourcing, and eProcurement systems.
• Strong project and change management abilities, with a focus on communication, delivery, conflict resolution, and customer orientation.
• Advanced analytical and data strategy skills, capable of identifying root causes in data, processes, and tools to drive improvements.
• Collaborative and autonomous work style, able to build cross-functional relationships, make confident decisions, and deliver results under tight deadlines.

Who you are:

• Educational background in Systems Engineering, Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (Bachelor’s or Master’s level).
• Proven experience in Procurement, including leadership of procurement tools, systems, and teams, with strong SAP MM module knowledge.
• Expertise in procurement systems and IT architecture, including data strategy and systems language.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken; additional languages and international experience are a plus.
• Desirable skills include project management certification, PowerApps or programming knowledge, and familiarity with AI and RPA technologies.

Why Join Ingredion?

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package – Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support – Health, long-term savings, and resources for your physical, mental, and emotional well-being
• Flexible Work Arrangements – We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally
• Career Growth – Learning, training, and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program – A culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability—mental or physical—marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law (“protected classifications”). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant's accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

No

Pay Range:

$119,520.00-$159,360.00 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.