Category Manager

CPS Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking a Category Manager to manage strategic sourcing and supplier relationships for assigned raw materials in Houston, TX. In-office role (5 days), with location assistance offered and no remote options.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of procurement experience, with strong skills in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management. Experience in the chemical industry and contract management is strongly preferred. Base salary ranges from $120k to $150k.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 7+ years procurement experience in chemicals preferred.
• Strong sourcing, negotiation, analytical and supplier management skills.
• Experience with contract management and strategic procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, contracts, supply terms, and commercial conditions.
• Monitor market conditions, cost drivers, availability, and pricing trends to anticipate market changes and support procurement decisions.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers, sourcing opportunities, and technologies.
• Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies supporting business and global supply requirements.
• Develop volume and pricing forecasts and support annual planning processes.
• Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, Process Technology, and other functions to resolve supplier quality and supply issues.
• Identify cost savings and strategic purchasing opportunities across regional and global teams.
• Develop strategies to ensure business continuity and supply security.
• Provide market intelligence regarding competitive conditions, pricing, quality, service, and distribution.

Skills

7+ years procurement experience

strategic sourcing

negotiation

analytical skills

supplier management

cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Economics/Math/Chemistry or related field

Job description

My client, a leading global chemical manufacturer is seeking a Category Manager to manage strategic sourcing and supplier relationships for assigned raw materials.

This position can be based in Montrose, VA or Houston, TX and will be in office 5 days. Remote and hybrid are not being offered. Location assistance offered #LI-JM1

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, contracts, supply terms, and commercial conditions.
• Monitor market conditions, cost drivers, availability, and pricing trends to anticipate market changes and support procurement decisions.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers, sourcing opportunities, and technologies.
• Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies supporting business and global supply requirements.
• Develop volume and pricing forecasts and support annual planning processes.
• Partner with R&D, Manufacturing, Process Technology, and other functions to resolve supplier quality and supply issues.
• Identify cost savings and strategic purchasing opportunities across regional and global teams.
• Develop strategies to ensure business continuity and supply security.
• Provide market intelligence regarding competitive conditions, pricing, quality, service, and distribution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Math, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant procurement experience – sourcing chemicals Strong strategic sourcing, negotiation, analytical, and supplier management skills.
• Understanding of market economics, cost drivers, and value chains; chemical industry experience preferred.
• Experience with contract management and strategic procurement practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Base salary: $120-150k