• Own and execute multi‑year sourcing strategies across IT software, hardware, and telecom categories • Lead RFPs/RFIs and competitive sourcing events • Partner with IT, Legal, Finance, and business stakeholders • Conduct spend, contract, and pricing analysis • Develop and continuously refine category strategies

Title: Procurement Commodity/Category Manager Location: Lenexa, KS, US Workplace: Full Time Department: Procurement Job Description: At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet. Corbion is seeking a highly organized Procurement Commodity/Category Manager with experience in commodities-exposed categories, ideally within food ingredients. In this role, approximately 50% of your time will be dedicated to managing Corbion’s commodity market exposure, and 50% will focus on sourcing assigned categories of raw materials. You will be responsible for the exploration, development, and execution of category strategies, while partnering with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams. This role is accountable for commodity risk mitigation, cost savings initiatives, and delivering against individual, departmental, and company annual targets. You will also proactively communicate risks, opportunities, and market insights to leadership. You will report to the Senior Director of Procurement – Direct Materials, based in Lenexa, Kansas. This position is based in Lenexa, KS and allows for a hybrid schedule requiring a minimum of three (3) days per week in the office. Key Responsibilities Commodity Market Intelligence & Risk Management (50%) - Monitor and analyze relevant commodity markets (e.g., wheat, corn, oils, cocoa), with a focus on North America - Serve as the internal subject matter expert on commodity market movements - Translate market trends into actionable procurement strategies - Define and execute hedging strategies - Identify and mitigate supply and price risks (short-, medium-, and long-term) - Advise stakeholders on timing of purchases, contract structures, and risk exposure - Educate internal stakeholders on market developments and business implications Category Management (50%) - Understand market dynamics within assigned categories and the impact of price volatility on business performance - Develop, recommend, and execute procurement strategies informed by commodity market trends - Optimize sourcing decisions based on total cost and market timing - Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (R&D, Operations, C&D, Marketing, Pricing) to provide market insights - Maintain contracts and commitments to ensure visibility into financial exposure - Identify and implement cost savings opportunities across the supply chain - Manage annual budgets and provide monthly updates for assigned categories Required Education & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Food Industry, or a related field - 5+ years of experience in food procurement or supply chain - Strong understanding of commodity markets and supply/demand fundamentals - Financial acumen with the ability to link market events to business outcomes - Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex strategies clearly - Proven ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, matrixed environment - Demonstrated success in managing projects to completion - Knowledge of contract management and resolution processes - Proficiency in Source-to-Pay systems (e.g., SAP, KYOS) and advanced Microsoft Office skills - Ability to travel up to 10% About Corbion Corbion is a sustainable ingredients company dedicated to preserving what matters, including food and food production, health, and the planet. We specialize in lactic acid, lactic acid derivatives, food preservation solutions, functional blends, and algae ingredients, using our deep application and product knowledge to propel nature’s ingenuity through science. With more than a century of experience, we continue working side-by-side with our customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Leveraging our advanced capabilities in fermentation and preservation technology, we help customers differentiate their products in diverse markets ranging from food and animal nutrition to home & personal care, pharmaceuticals, electronics, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2025, Corbion generated annual sales of € 1,267.4 million with a workforce of 2,408 FTEs. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. Corbion is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors. Corbion provides reasonable accommodation to applicants. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Corbion does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. All candidates must be submitted by approved Corbion vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission by our Talent Acquisition team for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless such a request has been made by the Corbion Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the Corbion Talent Acquisition Team.

• Lead and support SAP Ariba Sourcing implementations, including event creation, RFx, auctions, scoring, and award scenarios • Configure Ariba Contracts including clause libraries, templates, approval workflows, and contract authoring processes • Conduct requirement gathering, fit‑gap analysis, and solution design workshops with business stakeholders • Translate sourcing and contracting business processes into standard Ariba capabilities, minimizing customizations • Support integration touchpoints with SAP S/4HANA or ECC (where applicable), in collaboration with technical teams • Assist with data migration, master data validation, and sourcing template standardization • Develop and execute SIT and UAT test scenarios aligned to sourcing and contracting processes • Support cutover, hypercare, and post‑go‑live stabilization activities • Troubleshoot functional issues and drive resolution with SAP and internal teams

Title: Indirect Procurement Sourcing Lead Location: Hickory United States Job Description: The Sourcing Lead at Alex Lee supports the Indirect Procurement team by providing analytical, operational and sourcing support across a broad range of spend categories. This role is responsible for data analysis, sourcing event execution support, supplier research, cost modeling and contract documentation to enable effective supplier selection, negotiation, and ongoing vendor management. To be successful in this role, this individual should have some strategic sourcing experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, collaborative and evolving environment. - This is a hybrid role (in office 2-3 days per week) in Hickory, NC Responsibilities The Sourcing Lead will partner with internal stakeholders to deliver the following critical business outcomes (as required) Strategic Sourcing Execution-• Support end-to-end sourcing processes, including RFI/RFP development, evaluation, and supplier selection• Drive cost reduction, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and value delivery initiatives• Assist in developing sourcing strategies, timelines, and evaluation criteria aligned with business objectives• Compare and maintain sourcing documentation, scorecards, and comparison analyses Stakeholder Engagement-• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and align sourcing outcomes• Provide analytical support for business cases and leadership presentations• Support change management and adoption of procurement policies and processes Category Management-•Support category strategies for assigned Indirect spend areas•Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align sourcing plans with business goals• Analyze category trends and market dynamics to identify sourcing opportunities• Track and report savings, compliance, and supplier performance metrics Contracting & Compliance -• Collaborate with Legal and Risk teams to ensure contract terms align with policy•Support the implementation of sourcing governance and procurement policies•Monitor compliance with competitive sourcing and ethical procurement practices Supplier Relationship Management -• Assist with supplier communications, data requests, and proposal clarification• Segment suppliers by strategic value and manage relationships accordingly• Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks•Monitor market trends and supplier capabilities to drive innovation and value• Explore innovation opportunities and continuous improvement with key vendors Data & Reporting - • Analyze spend data and trends to identify strategic sourcing opportunities• Provide insights to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning• Support the adoption and utilization of procurement tools and systems Qualifications Qualifications - • Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field • 2-4 years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience; category management preferred • Experience supporting sourcing events, supplier negotiations, and contract management • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and sourcing tools •Strong analytical and negotiation skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced evolving environment • Prior experience in retail, wholesale, distribution and/ or consumer packaged goods is preferred. Competencies - • High drive and results orientation; able to deliver against cost and value targets • Intellectually curious with a passion for process improvement and innovation • Strong business acumen and ability to navigate cross-functional priorities • Highly organized with strong project management and time management skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Operates with integrity, professionalism, and a customer-focused mindset • Demonstrates sound judgment and is comfortable working in ambiguity. High standards of ethics, professionalism, and integrity • High level of accountability with ability to build strong working relationships