Highlights of the North American Purchasing Manager Position

This is a high level role within the Supply Chain organization. The candidate will have primary accountability for managing all activities for products and services in the Chemicals Category (Approx $1b in spend). The incumbent will have a staff of seven, consisting of five strategic buyers and two analysts, and will have demonstrated the ability to mentor and develop his/her direct reports. The Purchasing Manager’s primary objective will be to optimize the total cost and total value of the Chemicals products and services category. The incumbent will develop long-term strategies to achieve corporate objectives. To accomplish this objective, the Purchasing Manager will be expected to demonstrate a strong understanding of supply management techniques and strategies, including: strategic sourcing; fact-based negotiation; supply market analysis; supplier relationship development; global sourcing/LCCS. The incumbent will work very closely with Business Units to understand their business needs/objectives.

The Supply Chain organization is critical to overall business success and, as such, is seeking an individual with leadership skills.

Company Information

Our Client is a $2b Global Chemical Company that manufactures petroleum additives. The success of this company can be seen in its longevity, stability and financial success. Its financial strength is reflected in its continual sales growth and strong profit. They continue to lead in their market on a worldwide basis.

Job Location

Virginia

Key Responsibilities of North American Purchasing Manager Position

• Manage the North American raw material procurement team consisting of over $1b in spend with seven direct reports.
• Be the Purchasing lead in communicating market and cost changes impacting North American purchases.
• Develop and maintain long-term sourcing strategies for raw materials to support business requirements.
• Identify and select source of specified raw materials, negotiate all elements (price, quantity, quality, services and delivery) of the transaction to maximize value of purchased materials.
• Active member of the NA management team and global purchasing team.  Provide detailed analysis on the impact of price/volume and availability on purchasing/business decisions.
• Work very closely with Business Group, R&D, Manufacturing and Process Technology to provide information regarding the competition, potential entrants, pricing initiatives and quality, service, price and distribution issues.
• Research, develop and source alternatives such as product exchanges and make recommendations regarding internal manufacture vs. toll manufacture of materials based on market conditions.
• Monitor quality and consistency of raw materials used in our intermediate and finished goods using the Supplier Care System to record quality issues/resolutions.  Consult with R&D and Manufacturing to investigate and resolve quality issues quickly and effectively.
• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships by facilitating communications, understanding and supplier access to Process Technology, R&D, Business Group and Client staff as necessary.

Essential Qualifications and/or Requirements

• BS Degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Chemistry or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant Purchasing experience
• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing petrochemicals
• Minimum of 5 years of supervising staff, preferably within Purchasing
• Worked in the chemical industry
• Management experience
• Demonstrated the ability to lead long term raw material strategies
• Influencing skills
• Ability to think creatively and work in a unstructured environment

About the Author:

The Teldar Group is an Executive Search and Recruiting Firm specializing in placing professionals in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, Logistics and Supply Chain positions.

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