Strategic Procurement Specialist

Eastman Chemical Company; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and time off

Job summary

Eastman Chemical Company in Kingsport, TN is seeking a Procurement Representative to source and procure goods and services for manufacturing and capital projects. You will manage supplier relationships, lead competitive bidding, and ensure compliant supplier onboarding and contract administration.

Collaborate with Sourcing Managers and internal stakeholders to optimize spend, negotiate terms, and support procure-to-pay processes while driving cost efficiencies and supply continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and hands-on procurement experience.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship skills.
• Analytical mindset with ability to evaluate proposals and tradeoffs.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Procure assigned goods and services utilizing market intelligence and supplier relationships.
• Coordinate with Sourcing Manager to negotiate pricing and terms.
• Assist with bid analyses, quotations, and spot-buy opportunities.
• Support supplier onboarding, contract administration, and P2P activities.
• Collaborate with plant personnel and stakeholders to meet deadlines.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship management

Analytical mindset

Excel

ERP systems

Education

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

Tools

SAP

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Eastman Chemical Company in Kingsport, TN is seeking a Procurement Representative to source and procure goods and services for manufacturing and capital projects. You will manage supplier relationships, lead competitive bidding, and ensure compliant supplier onboarding and contract administration.

Collaborate with Sourcing Managers and internal stakeholders to optimize spend, negotiate terms, and support procure-to-pay processes while driving cost efficiencies and supply continuity.