Strategic Procurement Specialist

Eastman Industrial Supply, Inc.; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Eastman Chemical Company in Kingsport, TN is seeking a Procurement Representative to source and procure goods and services supporting manufacturing and capital projects, manage supplier relationships, and ensure reliable supply at competitive pricing.

Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities, ensure compliance with policies, and optimize procure-to-pay activities throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Operations, Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience in procurement, sourcing, supplier management, purchasing, or related commercial functions.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate supplier proposals and business tradeoffs.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Procurement of assigned goods and services using market intelligence, supplier relationships, and negotiation strategies to obtain the best commercial value and supply solutions for Eastman.
• Support strong supplier relationships to ensure operational and business requirements.
• Coordinate with Sourcing Manager to negotiate pricing, payment terms, and commercial conditions while exercising sound business judgment.
• Obtain and support bid analysis, quotations, and spot‑buy opportunities to determine optimal solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders on procurement processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship management

Analytical mindset

ERP systems

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Operations, Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Eastman Chemical Company in Kingsport, TN is seeking a Procurement Representative to source and procure goods and services supporting manufacturing and capital projects, manage supplier relationships, and ensure reliable supply at competitive pricing.

Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify cost-saving opportunities, ensure compliance with policies, and optimize procure-to-pay activities throughout the organization.