Global Director, Speciality Chemicals Sourcing & Strategy

DSJ Global; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global seeks a strategic procurement leader with deep chemical sourcing expertise to develop global category strategies, negotiate large-scale supply agreements, and influence executive leadership while driving costs, supply security, and competitive advantage across a global chemical organization in Memphis, TN, USA.

The role requires 10+ years in procurement or strategic sourcing, a Bachelor's in a quantitative field, and proven ability to lead supplier selection, risk management, market

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or commercial roles.
• Chemical industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for critical chemical materials.
• Lead supplier selection, RFx events, RFPs, and contract negotiations.
• Monitor global markets, pricing dynamics, and supplier risk to provide intelligence.
• Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, and commercial teams.
• Mentor and develop procurement professionals, promoting best practices.

Skills

Strategic Sourcing

Category Management

Supplier Negotiations

Spend Analytics

Market Intelligence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Job description

DSJ Global seeks a strategic procurement leader with deep chemical sourcing expertise to develop global category strategies, negotiate large-scale supply agreements, and influence executive leadership while driving costs, supply security, and competitive advantage across a global chemical organization in Memphis, TN, USA.

The role requires 10+ years in procurement or strategic sourcing, a Bachelor's in a quantitative field, and proven ability to lead supplier selection, risk management, market