Strategic Chemicals Sourcing Associate Manager - Hybrid

ARLANXEO; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match

Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)

Wellness program linked to a Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)

Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution

Paid parental leave

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability benefits

Company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company seeks an experienced Associate Category Manager for their Pittsburgh office. This mid-senior level position involves strategic category management for chemicals across North America. The ideal candidate has at least three years of procurement experience, particularly in category management related to chemicals. Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, stakeholder collaboration, and supplier relationship management. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in procurement preferably within category management.
• Experience with chemicals/direct materials is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement procurement strategies for chemicals in NORAM production sites.
• Conduct industry market analysis to understand current supply conditions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation and management

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply market and cost analysis

Good communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field

Job description

A leading chemical manufacturing company seeks an experienced Associate Category Manager for their Pittsburgh office. This mid-senior level position involves strategic category management for chemicals across North America. The ideal candidate has at least three years of procurement experience, particularly in category management related to chemicals. Responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, stakeholder collaboration, and supplier relationship management. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and competitive benefits.