Strategic Procurement Partner Lead (On-site 4 days, Travel)

Evonik group; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik is seeking a Procurement Business Partner Manager in Mobile, AL. You will serve as the key link between Indirect Procurement and sites, driving early engagement, demand shaping, and value creation with stakeholders.

You will partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Finance, and Category Management to align procurement activities with business needs, optimize costs, and improve sourcing effectiveness. On-site presence is required four days a week with 20–40% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or related operational role.
• Experience supporting Indirect Procurement within manufacturing or industrial environments preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to identify cost optimization opportunities and improve compliance.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact between Indirect Procurement and assigned sites, engaging stakeholders early.
• Collaborate with site leadership and cross-functional teams to align procurement activities.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support value creation initiatives.
• Support execution of category strategies and supplier transitions.
• Monitor KPIs, compliance, and drive continuous improvement in procurement.

Skills

5–8 years experience in Procurement

Stakeholder management

Communication & influencing

Cross-functional collaboration

Cost optimization experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement, or related field

Job description

Evonik is seeking a Procurement Business Partner Manager in Mobile, AL. You will serve as the key link between Indirect Procurement and sites, driving early engagement, demand shaping, and value creation with stakeholders.

You will partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Finance, and Category Management to align procurement activities with business needs, optimize costs, and improve sourcing effectiveness. On-site presence is required four days a week with 20–40% travel.