Commodity Manager- Resins

Join our dynamic team as we seek an experienced professional to spearhead the acquisition of essential raw materials and indirect goods. This pivotal position is vital for ensuring economical sourcing, steady supply chains, and advancing our business goals. The chosen candidate will possess extensive knowledge in the plastics sector, familiar with polymers, TiO2, and key chemical components. Collaborating with various departments like Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations, you will be instrumental in optimizing supplier performance, driving cost efficiencies, and maintaining supply chain robustness.

Core Duties:
- Oversee procurement processes for sites across the United States.
- Keep meticulous records of purchase transactions, vendor details, and contractual terms.
- Analyze market trends to discern cost-related shifts and technological advancements.
- Direct supplier evaluations, bid processes, and comprehensive cost assessments.
- Foster enduring relationships with vendors through regular evaluations and audits.
- Innovate and implement commodity strategies to leverage purchasing power.
- Participate in budget setting, cost projection, and performance enhancement initiatives.
- Guide negotiation endeavors, host cost-saving sessions, and manage corrective initiatives.
- Work alongside multi-disciplinary teams to minimize supply vulnerabilities and enhance vendor reliability.

Skillset & Expertise:
- Profound understanding of plastics and chemical procurement.
- Mastery in strategic sourcing and nurturing supplier partnerships.
- Familiarity with the intricacies of global supply chains.
- Astute in analysis, communication, and organizational tasks.
- Capable of interpreting engineering blueprints and documentation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and adept with Power BI; experience with Dynamics 365 is a plus.
- Competent in managing multiple concurrent projects.
- Insight into supply trends, industry bodies, and purchasing legalities.

Educational & Professional Background:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, Chemistry, or aligned fields (preferred).
- A minimum of 5 years in procurement; a strong background in plastics or the chemical industry is highly preferred.

Why Choose This Role:
Contribute significantly to shaping procurement efforts and bolstering our supply chain framework across North America. This position offers an ideal setting for a driven expert to showcase their skills within an energetic, collaborative, and forward-thinking atmosphere.