Procurement Lead

6101 Vibrantz Minerals LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 89,573 - 111,967; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay

Variable incentive programs

401K

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

Life & disability

Well-being resources

Job summary

Vibrantz Technologies in Houston, TX is seeking a Procurement Lead to oversee the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, drive strategic sourcing, and ensure cost, quality, and delivery objectives are met. You will own ERP processes, master data, and lead cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes supplier performance, data analytics, dashboards, and continuous improvement, with collaboration across Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering, and IT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement experience including strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier agreements and supporting supply chain continuity in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using ERP systems and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and purchasing activities to meet cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships and performance, identify cost-reduction opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.
• Own procurement-related ERP processes and master data, ensure data integrity and support system enhancements.
• Develop procurement dashboards and analyze data to improve sourcing decisions and KPIs.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering, and IT to align procurement with business goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Power BI

IFS ERP

ROSS ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Vibrantz Technologies Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof titles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employe 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.

Location Houston, TX

Total Rewards

• base pay
• variable incentive programs
• 401K
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life & disability
• variety of well-being resources

Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

$89,573.76 - $111,967.20

Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices.

Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.

Role Overview

The Procurement Lead is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, goods, and services while supporting supply chain continuity. This role combines hands-on procurement execution with strategic leadership by driving sourcing initiatives, supplier performance, procurement planning, and process optimization. The position serves as a key business owner for procurement-related systems, leveraging ERP platforms, business intelligence tools, and data analytics to support informed decision-making and operational excellence. The Procurement Lead partners closely with cross-functional teams to improve procurement performance, strengthen supplier relationships, and advance continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and purchasing activities, including supplier selection, negotiations, purchase order management, and procurement planning to ensure cost, quality, and delivery objectives are achieved
• Manage supplier relationships and performance by conducting evaluations, resolving issues, identifying cost-reduction opportunities, and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Serve as the business owner for procurement-related ERP processes and master data, ensuring data integrity while supporting system enhancements, testing, and process improvements
• Develop procurement dashboards, analyze supplier and purchasing data, and provide actionable insights to improve sourcing decisions, inventory performance, procurement KPIs, and cost optimization
• Provide functional leadership and collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, Engineering, and IT to align procurement strategies with business objectives and operational requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement experience, including strategic sourcing, supplier management, and ERP-supported purchasing processes
• Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier agreements, managing procurement activities, and supporting supply chain continuity within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong analytical skills with experience using ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and data-driven decision-making to improve procurement performance
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, mentor team members, and drive continuous process improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory or team lead experience within a procurement organization
• Experience supporting procurement and supply chain operations in a process manufacturing environment
• Experience with SAP ERP and Microsoft Power BI
• Familiarity with IFS ERP, ROSS ERP, or other enterprise resource planning systems

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Vibrantz Technologies Inc. ("Vibrantz") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, cree, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex gender, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and – uniquely – their hearts. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.