Strategic Direct Materials Category Manager

The Chemours Company; Delaware; On-site; USD 110,544 - 172,725; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning and Development Opportunities

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer is seeking a Category Manager for Direct Materials to drive strategic sourcing processes and develop category strategies across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of experience in the chemical industry, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage supplier contracts effectively. This role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in procuring or managing categories related to the chemical industry.
• Strong expertise in category management and vendor management.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic sourcing process to develop global category strategies.
• Identify and mitigate supply risk; develop effective risk strategies.
• Negotiate agreements and manage supplier contracts.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Negotiation skills

Data analytics

Supply risk management

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain or engineering

Master’s in business (MBA) or supply chain certifications

Tools

MS Office Suite

SAP (S4/HANA)

S2P software such as GEP, Ariba, Keelvar

Job description

A leading chemical manufacturer is seeking a Category Manager for Direct Materials to drive strategic sourcing processes and develop category strategies across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of experience in the chemical industry, demonstrating strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage supplier contracts effectively. This role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) match and learning opportunities.