Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing & Supply Execution

IMCD Deutschland GmbH & Co KG; Westlake (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

IMCD US, LLC is seeking a Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing to lead the procurement team and ensure effective execution across portfolios. The role partners with Supply Planning, S&OP, Operations, and Finance to translate planning signals into reliable procurement.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 6 years of experience in procurement, with strong ERP and analytics skills to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Analytics, Information Systems or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply execution.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Experience leading teams in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and supply chain analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop the procurement team, including performance management and capability development.
• Oversee procurement execution across assigned portfolios, aligning with service, inventory, and working capital goals.
• Own escalation management for supplier performance issues and supply disruptions with timely resolution.
• Partner with Supply Planning and S&OP to align procurement with demand plans and inventory targets.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and procurement KPIs; drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to procurement standard work, data accuracy, and system discipline across the team.

Skills

Procurement management

Team leadership

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Analytics, Information Systems

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing & Supply Execution

About IMCD US, LLC

IMCD is creating a world of opportunity as a global leader in the formulation, sales and distribution of specialty chemicals and ingredients.Our story can be traced back to a small group of companies that came together in 1995 with a vision for the industry.
Today, guided by the entrepreneurial spirit of our founders, we operate in more than 60 countries across six continents and proudly employ over 5,200 professionals. Our aim is to help our suppliers simplify and grow their business operations through our extensive local networks, market intelligence and technical expertise. Our customers benefit from direct access to a large portfolio of high-quality products, avoiding the complexity of dealing with multiple points of contact.

As a responsible distributor of specialty chemicals, our strategy for growth is underpinned by balancing the needs of our people, the environment, and the communities within which we operate. We are rightfully proud of our team's diversity, which draws from a range of backgrounds and nationalities, and enables us to benefit from fresh perspectives and ways of problem-solving. (www.imcdgroup.com)

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing is a people leader responsible for overseeing procurement execution, supplier performance, and team effectiveness across assigned materials, suppliers, or business units.

This role leads the procurement team, ensures consistent execution of procurement processes, and owns escalation management, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing partners closely with Supply Planning, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Operations, and Finance to translate planning signals into reliable supply execution while developing procurement talent and maintaining execution discipline.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead, coach, and develop the procurement team, including performance management, workload prioritization, and capability development.
• Oversee procurement execution across assigned portfolios, ensuring alignment with service, inventory, and working capital objectives.
• Own escalation management for supplier performance issues, supply disruptions, and execution risks; ensure timely resolution and clear communication.
• Partner with Supply Planning and S&OP to align procurement execution with demand plans, inventory targets, and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and procurement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); identify trends and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to procurement standard work, data accuracy, and system discipline across the team.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field and a minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply execution.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of procurement and supply execution processes.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage escalations and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root-cause analysis.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and supply chain analytics tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting S&OP or Integrated Business Planning (IBP) processes.
• Prior experience leading, mentoring, or providing functional guidance to planner roles or equivalent supply chain positions required.
• Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM), Institute for Supply Management (ISM), or related supply chain certification.
• Experience managing supplier performance reviews or strategic supplier relationships.
• Exposure to inventory optimization, service improvement, or working capital initiatives.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Primarily desk-based work in an office or hybrid environment.
• Regular use of standard office equipment (computer, phone, collaboration tools).
• Minimal travel expected (<5%).
• Ability to sit for extended periods and work on a computer for prolonged durations.
• Ability to work extended hours during planning cycles when needed.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after considering factors such as work history, experience, skill set, and education. This does not include the value of IMCD’s benefits package, which offers bonus eligibility, healthcare, dental, vision, retirement plans, and additional programs designed to support employee well-being.