Strategic Feedstock Sourcing Manager

OXEA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) plan with match

Paid Time Off

Work/Life Balance

Job summary

OXEA Corporation in Houston seeks a Feedstock Category Manager to drive regional sourcing for raw materials. You will translate strategies into commercial agreements, purchase orders, and supplier partnerships that optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.

The role requires market intelligence, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, forecasting, and category leadership to support production needs and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, business, economics or finance.
• Professional procurement certification is preferred.
• Experience negotiating complex commercial agreements and managing suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies for feedstock raw materials.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and long-term contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor markets, identify risks, and optimize supply continuity.
• Prepare monthly procurement forecasts and 18-month demand plans.
• Lead sourcing events, tenders, and supplier audits when needed.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and IMS documentation.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Contract negotiation

Market analysis

Forecasting

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Finance, or related

Procurement certification (CPSM, CPSD, CIPS, APICS, or equivalent)

Tools

SAP or Oracle

Job description

OXEA Corporation in Houston seeks a Feedstock Category Manager to drive regional sourcing for raw materials. You will translate strategies into commercial agreements, purchase orders, and supplier partnerships that optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity.

The role requires market intelligence, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, forecasting, and category leadership to support production needs and growth.