Procurement Manager - Strategic Raw Materials (OH or Texas)

Overview

Manage strategic raw material procurement, sourcing, contracts, and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• contracting oversight
• sourcing strategy
• value tracking
• raw materials
• supplier performance
• esg data

Tasks

-Oversee contracting processes in compliance with procurement and finance policies, including delegation of financial authority, under the guidance of the Head of Procurement. -Provide backup support within the Procurement team as needed. -Actively contribute to the global Procurement team by promoting best practices, standard processes, and governance. -Collaborate with global procurement team to drive optimal outcomes for the company. -Deliver on value creation targets and maintain value tracking systems. -Develop and execute sourcing strategies to reduce costs, optimize working capital, and manage risk. -Serve as the subject matter expert for raw materials and communicate category plans to stakeholders. -Support new product and sustainability projects within the company, pushing for sustainability data and improved ESG performance of suppliers. -Support supply chain, trading operations, and site teams with supplier performance issues, complaints, and volume forecasts.

Requirements

• sap
• english
• mba
• 5 years
• chemical procurement
• strategic procurement

What You Bring

-Must be fluent in English (written and verbal). Proficiency in Spanish preferred. -Basic chemicals or petrochemical raw material procurement experience a plus. -Effective decision-making and purchasing capabilities. -Additional training in Procurement, Supply Chain, Sustainability, and/or equivalent. Master’s Degree and/or MBA preferred. -Outstanding interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity. -Proven track record in procurement with strong strategic and operational capabilities. -Excellent analytical, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. -Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships. -Advanced proficiency in MS Office, preferably SAP and/or ERP experience. -Strong collaboration skills with senior stakeholders and peers. -Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or Chemistry. -Minimum 5 years’ direct spend Procurement experience preferably in a chemical manufacturing environment. Prefer 7 to 10 years’ demonstrated experience. -Experience working in global, cross-cultural environments. -Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel (10-25%) both domestically and globally. -Strategic thinker with strong planning and organizational skills.

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About Synthomer

-Supplies essential products to industries including construction, automotive, and healthcare. -Specializes in the production of emulsions, latex, and other specialty polymers for diverse markets. -Focuses on innovation to deliver tailored solutions meeting evolving customer needs. -Typical projects include providing coatings and adhesives for construction, automotive parts, and medical applications. -Continues to invest in sustainable solutions and breakthrough technologies.

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