Regional Buyer: Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Leader

The Chemours Company; El Dorado (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 141,000; 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

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiat

Company-paid Volunteer Day

Job summary

The Chemours Company is seeking a Regional Buyer to join our procurement team at the LaPorte, TX location. The role focuses on executing sourcing events, supplier management, and strategic procurement initiatives to ensure continuity of supply and value for our sites.

You will partner with maintenance, operations, engineering, and planning teams to optimize material availability, manage risks, and drive cost savings through category management and TCO initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration (or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree)
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, operations, or a related commercial role supporting manufacturing or operations
• Experience supporting multiple sites or regional operations
• Experience in working with category management, contract administration, and supplier performance management
• Demonstrated experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with personal computers and the MS Office Suite (including Power BI); advanced Excel skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Support site procurement strategies aligned with business and category objectives.
• Execute sourcing events, including RFQs/RFPs, supplier selection, contract implementation, and procurement documentation.
• Drive cost savings, TCO initiatives, and working capital improvements through strategic sourcing.
• Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Planning teams to support procurement needs and ensure material availability.
• Manage supplier relationships, onboarding, performance, and compliance with procurement policies.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify supply risks, and escalate commercial issues as needed.
• Analyze spend data to identify sourcing opportunities and support procurement decision-making.
• Contribute to procurement transformation initiatives focused on strategic sourcing and continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Supplier Management

Negotiation

Operational Support

Supply Chain & Systems

Analytical Skills

Compliance & Risk

Communication & Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving & Agility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Power BI

MS Office Suite

Job description

The Chemours Company is seeking a Regional Buyer to join our procurement team at the LaPorte, TX location. The role focuses on executing sourcing events, supplier management, and strategic procurement initiatives to ensure continuity of supply and value for our sites.

You will partner with maintenance, operations, engineering, and planning teams to optimize material availability, manage risks, and drive cost savings through category management and TCO initiatives.