Strategic Raw Materials Procurement Lead

Pilot Chemical Co.; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilot Chemical Co. in West Chester, OH seeks a Manager – Raw Material Procurement to ensure production has essential materials and to optimize pricing, contracts, and sourcing.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop procurement strategies, manage supplier negotiations, and integrate planning with monthly SIOP while ensuring Responsible Care compliance. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years in procurement or sales, with contract management and strong strategic thinking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a technical subject.
• Five years of sales or procurement experience.
• Experience with sourcing, contracting, and post-award management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for core raw material spend.
• Challenge suppliers to provide favorable terms while protecting Pilot's profitability.
• Review contracts and manage approvals; develop multi-sourcing plans for key materials.
• Engage internal customers and external suppliers in a professional and timely manner.
• Align procurement activities with broader company strategies and reporting.
• Support new product development with cost‑effective materials and scale‑up economics.
• Integrate procurement planning into the monthly SIOP process and ensure compliance.
• Conduct market assessments, RFPs, and risk evaluations for strategic decisions.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier negotiation

Contract management

Cross-functional collaboration

SIOP planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or technical subject

APICS Supply Chain certification(s) desired

Job description

Pilot Chemical Co. in West Chester, OH seeks a Manager – Raw Material Procurement to ensure production has essential materials and to optimize pricing, contracts, and sourcing.

You will lead cross-functional teams, develop procurement strategies, manage supplier negotiations, and integrate planning with monthly SIOP while ensuring Responsible Care compliance. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 5 years in procurement or sales, with contract management and strong strategic thinking.