Regional Purchasing Leader

OC2 Occidental Chemical Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

OC2 Occidental Chemical Corporation is seeking a Regional Purchasing Manager to lead procurement across Gulf Coast facilities. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost reduction initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include managing a three-person team, negotiating pricing and terms, and partnering with plant operations to optimize procurement and inventory strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years in purchasing or supply chain management.
• Proven ability to negotiate supplier contracts and drive cost reductions.
• Advanced MS Office proficiency and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of three Purchasing Representatives across Gulf Coast facilities.
• Oversee procurement lifecycle: bids, pricing, terms, awards, and POs.
• Identify cost savings, optimize inventory, and drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with plant leadership and suppliers to maximize value.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Procurement

Contract management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

OC2 Occidental Chemical Corporation is seeking a Regional Purchasing Manager to lead procurement across Gulf Coast facilities. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost reduction initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include managing a three-person team, negotiating pricing and terms, and partnering with plant operations to optimize procurement and inventory strategies.