Global Category Specialist Chemicals
Core
Develop and execute global procurement strategies for a chemicals portfolio including petrochemicals, commodity chemicals, and tail-spend raw materials to support business growth, cost savings, and risk mitigation.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Direct Materials Procurement)
Builds
Global sourcing strategies, supplier partnerships, and optimized supply base for chemicals
Domain
Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals / Direct Materials Procurement
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, spend analysis, market intelligence, risk assessment, working capital management, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
CPSM/ISM certification, chemical or pharmaceutical industry background, English fluency
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Microsoft 365, sourcing platforms
Responsibilities
Lead sourcing strategy for assigned chemicals portfolio, develop global and regional category strategies, identify and qualify new suppliers, manage supplier performance and resolve issues, lead negotiations and contracting, analyze category performance and define KPIs, monitor market trends and supply risks, ensure compliance with Quality and Safety regulations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
