Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.
About the Role
The Capital Procurement, BioSolutions Business Partner leads strategic sourcing and procurement activities supporting Primient’s BioSolutions capital projects and growth initiatives.
This highly autonomous individual contributor role partners closely with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, and project teams to develop sourcing strategies, run competitive sourcing events, select suppliers, negotiate contracts, and support successful project execution.
The role is responsible for procurement of capital equipment, engineering and construction services, technology, and other project-related spend. It also supports acquisitions, joint ventures, and EDA/government-funded initiatives, ensuring procurement activities meet applicable compliance and documentation requirements.
The successful candidate will bring strong capital procurement and strategic sourcing experience, commercial judgment, and the ability to build trusted relationships across the business and supplier network.
Capital Projects & Strategic Sourcing
Lead procurement and strategic sourcing for BioSolutions CAPEX projects, capital equipment, engineering, construction, technology, and related services
Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with project timelines, business priorities, cost, quality, and risk
Lead RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, supplier evaluations, competitive bidding, supplier selection, and commercial negotiations
Negotiate and manage contracts, service agreements, and commercial terms
Business & Supplier Partnership
Serve as the primary procurement partner for BioSolutions capital projects and growth initiatives
Partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, and project teams throughout planning and execution
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships focused on performance, value, innovation, and supply continuity
Identify cost savings, cost avoidance, and total-cost-of-ownership opportunities
Growth & Government-Funded Projects
Support procurement activities for acquisitions, joint ventures, PDO, and future BioSolutions investments
Support EDA and other government-funded projects, including sourcing documentation, compliance, reimbursement, and audit requirements
Procurement Excellence
Identify procurement process improvements and opportunities to reduce commercial and supply risk
Ensure sourcing and contracting activities comply with Primient procurement policies and governance requirements
Knowledge
Strategic sourcing and procurement for capital projects, equipment, engineering services, and construction
End-to-end sourcing, supplier selection, negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance
Experience supporting CAPEX projects in manufacturing, chemicals, food ingredients, biotech, or related industries
Supplier relationship, commercial, and risk management
Strong cross-functional partnership with Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, and project teams
Financial analysis, total cost of ownership, and value creation
Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
Government-funded project or EDA experience preferred
Required and Preferred Education/Certification
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, Operations, or a related field
Preferred
Experience supporting capital projects in manufacturing, chemicals, food ingredients, biotechnology, life sciences, or a similar environment
Experience with government-funded or EDA-supported capital projects
MBA or other advanced degree
CPSM, C.P.M., MCIPS, PMP, or similar professional certification
Please note that while this range reflects the full spectrum of compensation available for this role, individual compensation will be determined based on several factors including your experience, skills, and alignment with the role's responsibilities. During the interview process there will be an opportunity to discuss how your background fits into the pay range.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
Competitive Pay
Multiple Healthcare plan choices
Dental and vision insurance
A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans
Paid holidays & vacation
Floating days off
Parental leave for new parents
Employee resource groups
Learning & development programs
Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future
Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.
Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.
We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,
Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.
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The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.
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Open job postingAbout the company
Primient is a leading producer of plant-based ingredients for a variety of industries.