Strategic Development Manager Jobs in Sparta, WI

DLF North America is currently recruiting for a Regional Procurement Manager, NA for our operations located in La Crosse, Wisconsin or Albany, Oregon.

DLF Group is the world leader in the development and sale of high-quality grass seeds for the agricultural forage and (professional) lawn markets. By continuously developing new innovative varieties and products, and with a strong focus on quality and reliability, DLF Group offers demonstrable value to the business of their customers and other relationships.

DLF North America SBU, is one of our four Strategic Business Units. DLF employees are characterized by a high level of competency, passion, and commitment. In everything we do we act with respect, trust and integrity.

Come grow with DLF!

Check us out www.dlf.com (Global) & www.us.dlf.com (USA) & www.ca.dlf.com (CA) & visit our careers page at https://careers.dlf.com.

About DLF in North America

DLF is a global leader in forage and turf seed solutions, with more than 100 years of experience supporting agriculture and landscaping worldwide. Originating in Denmark, DLF has grown into a global company with strong regional footprints, including a well-established presence in North America.

NA plays a critical role in DLF's global value chain, with a diverse operational setup, supplier base, and growth ambitions. Procurement is a key enabler of performance, resilience, and long-term value creation across the region.

About the job

The Regional Procurement Manager - North America is accountable for driving non-seed procurement performance across the NA region, including cost optimization, supplier performance, risk management, and alignment with business operations.

The role is strategic in nature, with a clear mandate to strengthen procurement capabilities, drive change, and establish scalable ways of working in an evolving regional setup. This requires a pragmatic, hands-on approach in the short term, combined with a clear direction for sustainable development.

The position reports to the BU Head of Supply Chain and operates as an integrated part of Global Procurement, supporting the Head of Global Procurement and contributing to the Global Procurement Leadership Team. The role ensures strong alignment with global strategies, priorities, and standards while driving regional execution.

Job Responsibilities:

Procurement performance and direction

• Own and drive procurement performance across NA, including savings delivery, supplier performance, and risk mitigation
• Define and execute regional category and sourcing strategies aligned with global strategies and priorities
• Build and manage a robust and tracked pipeline of procurement initiatives and savings opportunities
• Establish clear savings tracking and reporting practices, ensuring transparency and validation of value delivery

Operating model and execution discipline

• Implement and anchor consistent procurement governance, processes, tools, and reporting
• Establish structure, transparency, and accountability across procurement activities
• Ensure disciplined sourcing practices, including structured tender processes where relevant
• Translate global frameworks into effective regional ways of working

Transformation and capability building

• Drive the development of procurement maturity across the region
• Establish clarity on roles, responsibilities, and decision-making
• Foster a structured, data-driven and commercially focused procurement approach

Supplier and commercial management

• Own key regional supplier relationships across critical categories
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and commercial negotiations
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle including negotiation, implementation, and performance follow-up
• Establish structured supplier performance management, including KPIs, reviews, and continuous improvement
• Monitor market developments, supplier dynamics, and cost drivers to proactively identify risks and opportunities

Compliance and sustainability

• Embed procurement standards related to compliance, ethics, and sustainability across all sourcing activities
• Ensure alignment with company policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability objectives
• Maintain transparency and documentation to support audit, compliance, and reporting requirements

Stakeholder engagement in a matrix setup

• Act as the procurement partner to NA leadership and key functions, with a strong anchor in business operations
• Operate effectively in a global matrix environment, balancing regional needs with global direction
• Support budgeting and planning through procurement insights, cost drivers, and market intelligence
• Drive alignment and progress across stakeholders with differing priorities 

Qualifications:

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years in procurement with exposure to regional or multi-site environments
• Proven ability to deliver measurable procurement value (cost, performance, risk)
• Experience working in a matrix organization
• Exposure to transformation, change, or building procurement structures is a strong advantage

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related field.

Capabilities

• Strong commercial and analytical mindset
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate both strategically and in a hands-on manner
• Able to drive progress without formal authority
• Motivated by building, improving, and creating structure

What success looks like

• Clear visibility and control of procurement across NA
• Transparent and validated savings delivery
• Consistent application of category and sourcing strategies
• Improved supplier performance, compliance, and sustainability outcomes
• Tangible progress in procurement maturity across the region

Additional information

• Regular travel across North America and internationally is expected as part of the role

Compensation and Benefits: 

DLF USA Inc. offers a compensation plan that includes a base salary, benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan with company contribution, paid holidays, vacation, and personal days. Compensation will be based on experience.

Why work for DLF? 

We do good things! Turf grass is more than just a pretty sight - it helps fight climate change by trapping carbon and preventing soil erosion, making it a vital ally in preserving the environment. Grass acts as a natural filter, purifying water and improving air quality.  Perennial forage grass and legume crops also provide essential habitats for diverse wildlife, showcasing the crucial role of supporting biodiversity and sustaining ecosystems. Grass, alfalfa and clover feed animals and produce oxygen. Just a few reasons.... and many more! Check us out!

Ready to make an impact? We invite you to come and grow with us!

If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in joining our DLF team, please apply to the role on our careers page. https://careers.dlf.com. Please upload your resume and a cover letter highlighting your talent and why you fit this role.

We thank all applicants who apply for this position but advise only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

DLF USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment, assessment, selection, and placement process. Alternate format available upon request.