Job Description

Position Overview:

The Procurement Manager for Direct Materials (Chemicals) is responsible for managing the procurement of chemicals for the Martin Plant and other sites in North America, with a spend of approximately $40 million. This role involves strategic sourcing, category management, and implementing best practices in procurement to achieve annual operating plan (AOP) target savings and align with regional and global procurement strategies.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management:

• Manage the chemicals category for direct materials, ensuring cost optimization and resource efficiency.
• Develop and execute category strategies in line with regional and global procurement goals.
• Utilize competitive bidding, negotiating, RFx methodologies, and market data analysis to drive results.

Cost Savings & Efficiency:

• Achieve AOP target savings through strategic initiatives and process improvements.
• Implement action plans with internal stakeholders to enhance cost savings, dual sourcing, and payment terms.
• Drive process improvements to reduce lead times and enhance contract management.

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Act as a key account manager for selected suppliers, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance in collaboration with business units.
• Support new product and raw material offerings to enhance top-line growth and gross margin.

Compliance & Process Adherence:

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures across the organization.
• Promote process excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in procurement, category management, or sourcing within the chemicals industry.
• Experience in the specialty chemicals and packaging sectors is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of the chemicals industry and category management.
• Excellent project management and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in procurement and ERP tools (e.g., SAP).
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to influence and drive strategic initiatives.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Geographical Scope:

• Combination of regional (70%) and global (30%) responsibilities.

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