Strategic Procurement Manager, Plastics & Resins

Stratagem Talent Advisory; Tennessee; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel opportunities

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Job summary

Stratagem Talent Advisory is seeking a highly skilled Strategic Procurement Manager to lead the procurement of raw materials and indirect materials across our client’s U.S. facilities.

The role focuses on cost-effective sourcing, supply continuity, supplier performance, and alignment with operational objectives. The ideal candidate has plastics and chemical industry experience, with familiarity with resins, TiO₂, carbon black and additives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in procurement or strategic sourcing in plastics/chemicals.
• Experience with raw materials and indirect materials.
• Proven track record in cost savings and supplier management.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for raw and indirect materials across U.S. facilities.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies and TCO evaluations.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships through reviews and audits.
• Analyze market trends, cost drivers, and supply risks.
• Support budget development and procurement planning.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Procurement management

Supplier relationships

Cost optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Power BI

MS Dynamics 365 BC

Contract negotiation

Data analysis

Supply risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

5+ years procurement experience

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Stratagem Talent Advisory is seeking a highly skilled Strategic Procurement Manager to lead the procurement of raw materials and indirect materials across our client’s U.S. facilities.

The role focuses on cost-effective sourcing, supply continuity, supplier performance, and alignment with operational objectives. The ideal candidate has plastics and chemical industry experience, with familiarity with resins, TiO₂, carbon black and additives.