Procurement Manager Chemicals

To strengthen our EMEA Procurement team we are looking to hire a Procurement Manager to lead our Procurement team Chemicals. In this position, you will co-develop and execute the strategic direction for all categories in the European Chemicals portfolio. 

Main Responsibilities :

• Work closely with the Global Procurement teams to ensure value creation for the business in the region.
• Work with the regional Product Leadership Teams to translate needs into multi-year roadmaps that deliver innovation, differentiation, and competitive advantage.
• Continuously scan and scout both the market and our existing supply base to facilitate supplier-driven innovation - bringing outside intelligence to our front-end organization.
• Partner with R&D to uncover and execute cost-out opportunities while also maintaining a healthy pipeline of new materials and supplier capabilities.
• Work together with Supply Chain & Operations to guarantee raw materials availability and quality, while at the same time exploring opportunities to increase service value through reducing MOQs, lead times, and business continuity risks.
• Lead  Chemicals Procurement in the region and represent the category at the European Procurement leadership team as well as across stakeholders and partners.

• Bachelor / Masters' degree (focus on Polymer Science / Chemistry is a plus)

• Prior experience (4y+) in direct Procurement of Chemicals in an international (preferably MNO) environment

• Prior experience and understanding of the global Chemical industry value chains, cost drivers, and dynamics

• Strong Financial skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Exceptional talent in negotiating and networking

• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to foster strong supplier relationships

• Full professional proficiency in English

We offer:

• Attractive salary package
• Workplace & work hours flexibility
• Structured learning and development / Mentoring program 
• International environment 
• Events such as International Women’s Day, Earth Day, etc. 
• A growing and welcoming team with good spirit!