Procurement and Business Development Executive

Archer Daniels Midland
Birmingham
Job Description

This role operates as a key support to the Business Development Manager and provide on-the-ground support for commercial/planning and production teams on site.
Key responsibilities will include sales, procurement and planning activities for the site.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Key support for the Business Development Manager at the Hereford site, who is responsible for driving sales and growth across Savoury, Botanicals, Flavours and Animal Feed sectors at the Hereford site as well as sourcing and local procurement requirements.
  • Direct management of selected customer accounts delivering growth, pipeline development, and market expansion where required.
  • Ensure high service levels and customer delivery schedules are met through effective planning and execution and close liaison with customer service and logistics delivery team.
  • Site level purchasing of raw materials and packaging ensuring continuity of supply and competitiveness.
  • Management of supplier relationships at a local level and aligning with central procurement strategies and policies.
  • Ensure close alignment and full integration with site planning and production teams to ensure no gaps in supply of raw materials and packaging to enable production plans ot be met in full.
  • Inventory management including optimisation of raw material and finished goods inventories, and minimisation of obsolescent stocks, and alignment with working capital targets.
Skills & Abilities:
  • Highly proficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint,
  • Strong analytical skills with ability to work with data to create reports, track key metrics, and evaluate commercial opportunities.
  • Excellent organizational skills with ability to handle and prioritise multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for client presentations/negotiations.
Education & Experience:
  • 2 years prior experience in sales, procurement, business development or in a commercial role.
  • Preference for a business, marketing or food-based degree.
  • Preference for experience in food-based industries.
About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at

#IncludingYou

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Culture, Engagement & Inclusion ADM.
Posted 2026-04-24

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