Global Strategic Procurement Manager

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH is seeking an experienced professional for a hybrid role in Pittsburgh focused on strategic procurement. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, analyzing market trends, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure cost-effective raw material supply.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Engineering, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, and certification in procurement is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of strategic procurement and/or commercial contracting experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Strong analytical abilities and experience with internal tools.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts.
• Analyze market trends affecting raw material costs.
• Coordinate order placements with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic procurement experience

Contract negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Engineering or a related field

MBA (preferred)

Professional Certification (C.P.M., CPSM)

Tools

SAP BW

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH is seeking an experienced professional for a hybrid role in Pittsburgh focused on strategic procurement. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, analyzing market trends, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure cost-effective raw material supply.

The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Engineering, with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, and certification in procurement is a plus.