Global Raw Materials Sourcing Lead (Oleochemicals)

Verdant Specialty Solutions LLC

University Park (IL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Verdant Specialty Solutions LLC is seeking an experienced Category Manager – Raw Materials Chemicals to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for oleochemical and commodity chemical categories. You will report to Procurement Director and partner with global suppliers across North America and Southeast Asia to drive cost competitiveness and supply reliability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 5+ years in procurement, experience sourcing globally, and strong

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
At least 5 years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience in the chemical industry.
Experience sourcing globally, including North America and Southeast Asia.
Strong understanding of oleochemical and commodity chemical markets and feedstocks.
Demonstrated ability to develop should-cost models and apply TCO to sourcing decisions.
Proven negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience.
SAP experience and advanced Excel skills for spend analysis and forecasting.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for oleochemicals and commodity chemicals balancing cost, quality, and supply reliability.
Identify and develop global suppliers in North America and Southeast Asia.
Lead negotiations on pricing, contracts, terms, and supply agreements.
Build should-cost models and apply total cost of ownership to sourcing decisions.
Monitor commodity markets, feedstock pricing, and palm/coconut value chains to anticipate trends.
Collaborate with Planning, Operations, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance.
Track savings, cost trends, and supplier performance; report market developments to stakeholders.
Use SAP and Excel to analyze spend and develop forecasts.