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 / Hybrid
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Ingredion is hiring an Agribusiness Specialist to support the sales, contract administration, order management, shipment coordination, and inventory management of Agri-Products across U.S. operations. This role partners closely with customers, sales, logistics, manufacturing teams, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of customer commitments while enhancing the overall customer experience. The Agribusiness Specialist will gain broad exposure to various aspects of the Agribusiness organization and contribute to making Ingredion the preferred supplier for our customers.
What you will do:
Support the execution of feed ingredient sales activities, including spot sales and implementation of Agri-Product sales programs.
Coordinate shipments and deliveries with customers to ensure accurate shipping instructions and fulfillment of contract commitments.
Facilitate just-in-time delivery solutions that align with customer production schedules and business needs.
Enter and maintain sales contracts in SAP, ensuring accuracy and alignment with customer confirmations.
Create and manage truck and rail orders to support fulfillment of contractual obligations.
Collaborate with sales, logistics, manufacturing, and other internal stakeholders to optimize customer service, inventory management, and shipment scheduling.
Work closely with plant operations to address production changes and adjust delivery schedules as needed.
Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
Maintain compliance with company policies, business ethics standards, and safety requirements.
What you will bring:
Bachelor's degree in Agribusiness, Agriculture, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience working in customer-facing, supply chain, logistics, agribusiness, or commercial support environments.
SAP experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple activities simultaneously.
Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and functions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Office 365.
Who you are:
Customer-focused and committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience.
Highly organized with strong time management skills.
Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
A collaborative team player who builds strong working relationships across functions.
Able to work independently while exercising sound judgment and decision-making skills.
Adaptable and eager to learn different aspects of Agribusiness operations.
Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
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…