Strategic Sourcing Leader: Cost, Risk & Innovation

Buckman; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckman, a Memphis-based global specialty chemical company, is seeking a Procurement Lead for North America to drive direct-material spend, negotiate terms, and implement strategic sourcing across Raw Materials and PFR. You will manage supplier performance, monitor contracts, and align activities with ESG and ISO standards.

The role requires 4–6 years of experience, a strong finance and supply chain acumen, and proficiency in SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience.
• Proficient at SAP, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong business/financial/supply chain acumen.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing strategies for Raw Materials and PFR categories.
• Conduct RFPs, should-cost analyses, and market benchmarking.
• Manage supplier performance and renegotiations for favorable terms.
• Build SRM programs and monitor pricing in SAP.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Cross-functional leadership

Supply chain analytics

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Chemistry, Engineering, Finance

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Buckman, a Memphis-based global specialty chemical company, is seeking a Procurement Lead for North America to drive direct-material spend, negotiate terms, and implement strategic sourcing across Raw Materials and PFR. You will manage supplier performance, monitor contracts, and align activities with ESG and ISO standards.

The role requires 4–6 years of experience, a strong finance and supply chain acumen, and proficiency in SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint.