Senior Manager, Global Category Procurement - Flavors & Colors

As a Senior Manager, Global Category - Flavors & Colors, you will lead the global sourcing strategy for Flavors and Colors across all four regions. This high-impact role ensures the availability of critical materials while optimizing for quality, cost, and service. You’ll work closely with R&D to support innovation and lead negotiations for new ingredients, playing a key role in shaping the future of our product portfolio.

 

This hybrid role can be based out of our offices in Battle Creek, MI, Chicago, IL, or Naperville, IL. You’ll join a high-performing, collaborative procurement team that values innovation, ownership, and results. With opportunities to influence global markets, drive high-stakes negotiations, and contribute to product innovation, this role is both dynamic and rewarding.

 

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

 

• Category Strategy Development – Lead the design and execution of global sourcing strategies for flavors and colors, aligned with financial and innovation objectives.
• Supplier Negotiation & Engagement – Drive value through strategic supplier negotiations and relationship management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with R&D, Finance, and Operations to support innovation and ensure seamless supply continuity.
• Financial Planning & Budgeting – Develop and manage budgets and forecasts with precision, leveraging market insights and negotiation outcomes.
• Savings Delivery & Risk Management – Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives while ensuring material availability and mitigating supply risks.

 

We’re Looking for Someone With

 

• High School Diploma or GED, with 5-7+ years of experience in procurement and category management
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing sourcing strategies
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget planning and delivery
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices and value creation levers
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex negotiations
• Ability to navigate global landscape – stakeholders and suppliers. Work across global business needs, regional time zone differences as well as cultural nuances.

 

Compensation

 

The annual salary range is $131,500 - $172,620, which is based on various factors such as location, experience, and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

 

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through August 26, 2025. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

 

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

 

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

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