This role will focus on Commodity Chemicals procurement, setting strategies, and Inventory Control. With a base boilerplate of procurement consisting of - Contract management, Supplier relationship management, and Negotiations, and Cost Savings Initiatives.
Hybrid work schedule - 3 days on 2 days remote.
The location would be near the Westchase area in Houston.
Implements a Commodity Chemical Procurement and inventory strategy that supports a company's manufacturing supply chain.
Manages the policies and processes to purchase raw materials required to process and manufacture products, conduct research, or enable other business activities.
Monitors and analyzes the commodities market, global economic conditions, and events to make informed purchase decisions.
Identifies, evaluates, and monitors suppliers and develops relationships to provide reliable sourcing and ensure the quality and availability of required commodities.
Oversees bidding and contract negotiations to obtain the best pricing to meet commodity needs.
Analyzes inventory levels, manufacturing schedules, and long-term business objectives to plan and manage purchases.
Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget.
Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments.
Proficiency with Oracle, SAP or Similar Systems.
Minimum Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management or equivalent.
5+ Years of relevant experience, preferably in the Chemicals industry.
Additional Skills
Ability and desire to provide superior customer service.
Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
Superior ethics and integrity. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all employee and company information.
Strong analytical skills and individual judgment to review and evaluate information and determine whether events or processes comply with requirements and provide recommendations.
Proficiency with Oracle, SAP or similar system.
Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong communication skills both verbally and in written form.
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, with strong spelling, grammar, and composition.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills including effective time management skills in a fast-paced environment.
Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions and opinions in check even in very difficult situations. Flexibility and adaptability to change.
High degree of reliability, dependability, and initiative to fulfill obligations by working under general supervision.
Ability to prioritize own work to meet deadlines and complete required tasks.