Regional Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Partnerships

2350-The Chemours Company FC, LLC; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

Job summary

Chemours is seeking a Regional Buyer to join our team in LaPorte, TX. The Regional Buyer acts as the primary procurement execution partner for assigned operating sites and serves as the voice of the customer within Procurement.

Responsibilities include executing RFQs/RFPs, contract implementation, supplier onboarding, and performance management, while driving cost savings and significant TCO improvements with cross‑functional partners in Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu.
• 3+ years in procurement, supply chain, operations, or related role supporting manufacturing.
• Experience supporting multiple sites or regional operations.
• Experience in category management, contract administration, and supplier performance management.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with Power BI and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Support site procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Execute sourcing events (RFQs/RFPs), supplier selection, contracts.
• Drive cost savings, TCO initiatives, and working capital improvements.
• Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering and Planning teams.
• Manage supplier relationships, onboarding, performance, and compliance.
• Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues as needed.
• Analyze spend data to identify sourcing opportunities.
• Contribute to procurement transformation initiatives focused on strategic sourcing.

Skills

RFQs/RFPs

Contract negotiations

Category management

Supplier selection

Supplier management

SAP/ERP systems

Excel/Power BI

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of relevant experience

3+ years in procurement or related role

Tools

SAP

MS Office Suite

Job description

Chemours is seeking a Regional Buyer to join our team in LaPorte, TX. The Regional Buyer acts as the primary procurement execution partner for assigned operating sites and serves as the voice of the customer within Procurement.

Responsibilities include executing RFQs/RFPs, contract implementation, supplier onboarding, and performance management, while driving cost savings and significant TCO improvements with cross‑functional partners in Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Planning.