Sr. NA Operations Procurement Manager

Have you ever thought about being part of a company that reimagines chemistry every day to build a better world?

That’s the purpose of Indorama Ventures, and we want you with us on this journey!

We are looking for innovative, collaborative professionals who are ready to embrace the challenge of working in a company that is constantly expanding internationally.

We value flexibility, partnership, and believe that the impact of our actions goes far beyond the chemical industry.

Here, diversity matters.

Our work environment is inclusive, diverse, and guided by respect, ethics, and equal opportunities for all.

What we’re looking for:

What will be expected from you?

Serve as the key procurement focal point for the manufacturing organization and other business functions.

Drive team professional growth, elevate procurement performance, and maximize TPV.

Lead the evaluation of existing contract relationships to identify savings, risk mitigation strategies, and commercial term enhancements.

Coach team members in contracting, commercial tenders, supplier onboarding, and performance management.

Coordinate the implementation of Category Management strategies across Indovinya sites.

Develop and manage influential relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Coordinate sourcing events, manage supplier communications, and support supplier negotiations and management.

Engage and influence key internal stakeholders to identify commercial leverage opportunities and mitigate supply risks.

Monitor suppliers and external markets to identify opportunities and threats.

Purchase materials and services considering safety, quality, reliability, and urgency.

Use SAP to manage supplier agreements, pricing, and commodity analytics.

Evaluate and implement improvements to procurement, contracts management, and materials management processes.

Demonstrate effective team building and leadership skills.

Skills:

Understanding of commercial framework agreements and contracts.

Effective communication and influencing skills.

Ability to inspire team members, colleagues, and suppliers.

Self-motivated with attention to detail, prioritization, and deadlines.

Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Experience in Category Management Process and Strategic Sourcing Process.

Supplier Performance & Relationship Management (SPM/SRM).

Knowledge in business needs assessment, market analysis, financial analysis, cost modeling, and supply chain analysis.

Leverages market intelligence to evaluate, negotiate, and manage annual price fluctuations.

Manages supply chain risk by ensuring appropriate business continuity plans are in place to avoid capacity issues and plant shut-downs.

Analytical, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, and planning skills.

Experience in industrial services sourcing, including Turnarounds, Construction/Engineering Services, Capital Projects, and Plant Maintenance Services.

What are we looking for in the ideal candidate?

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management Business, Engineering, or equivalent work experience in a manufacturing or chemical environment.

Professional certification (CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent) highly desirable.

Advanced degree (MBA, Masters) preferred.

5+ years of professional supervisory experience.

10+ years of work experience in Procurement/Category Management in the Petrochemicals Industry or similar

Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook, Internet applications, and advanced Microsoft Excel.

Experience with digital sourcing and contract management platforms (e.g., GEP, Jaeger, Ariba, Coupa).

Proficiency in SAP S4/HANA or equivalent.

What do we offer?

A competitive compensation package, including:

• Health insurance

• WellHub / TotalPass

• Life insurance

• And other exclusive benefits

The division you’ll be joining is a global leader in the chemical industry. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions and high delivery standards to markets such as Crop Solutions, Home and Personal Care, Coatings, Energy & Resources, and Performance Products.

Here, you can make a difference. Join us!

We're Indovinya, a top producer of chemical intermediates and surfactants. Our extensive portfolio is designed to meet our customers' most diverse needs. As producers of solutions used for crops, oil and gas, coatings, home and personal care, and other applications, we are present in the daily lives of millions worldwide. Through our increasingly sustainable chemistry, designed to meet the needs of each of our customers carefully, we want to transform our operations and products into something increasingly relevant for the planet.

We are part of Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited, one of the world's leading petrochemical producers, and are present globally with manufacturing in Europe, Africa, Americas, and Asia-Pacific.

With 18 plants, seven R&D centers, and an experienced management team, we have a strong track record of environmental stewardship. Our expertise lies in innovative, eco-friendly chemistry. Today, Indovinya emerges as a more robust and strategic company dedicated to driving new business opportunities while prioritizing the well-being of countless individuals as employees, customers, suppliers and mainly the communities close to our operations worldwide.