Analysis Skills, Business Strategy, Candidate Sourcing, Category Management, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Direct Sourcing, Financial Trend Analysis, Manufacturing, Market Tracking, Market Trend Analysis, Negotiation Skills, Performance Management, Polymers, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Management, Procurement Strategy, Quality Management, Risk Management, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Supply Chain, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection
Greater Boston or Cleveland (Hybrid)
Growing specialty materials manufacturer seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager to lead sourcing initiatives across a diverse portfolio of raw materials, chemicals, polymers, additives, and specialty ingredients. This individual will play a key role in developing sourcing strategies, strengthening supplier partnerships, managing supply continuity, and supporting the organization's continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for direct materials, including polymers, resins, additives, chemicals, fillers, pigments, and specialty ingredients.
- Lead supplier negotiations involving pricing, contracts, service levels, and long-term supply agreements.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and value creation.
- Manage supplier performance, allocation challenges, and supply chain risk mitigation initiatives.Identify and implement cost savings opportunities while maintaining quality, service, and supply continuity.
- Monitor market conditions, commodity trends, and supply chain dynamics to proactively address risks and opportunities.
- Support inventory optimization and working capital improvement initiatives.
- Participate in supplier audits, business reviews, and strategic planning activities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 8+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Direct experience sourcing chemical raw materials, specialty chemicals, polymers, resins, additives, ingredients, or other manufacturing raw materials is required.
- Demonstrated success negotiating supplier agreements and managing key supplier relationships.
- Experience developing and executing sourcing strategies for direct materials.
- Strong understanding of supplier relationship management, supply chain risk mitigation, and market intelligence.
- Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
Compensation & Benefits
The company offers a competitive compensation package, annual incentive opportunity, comprehensive benefits, and significant career growth potential within a growing organization. Final compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.
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Kaizen HR Solutions, LLC