Sourcing Manager

4 weeks ago


Westlake, United States GEON Performance Solutions Full time

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining assigned raw material sourcing categories. Specific responsibilities include supplier negotiations, contract management, integration with business units, leading and participating in project initiatives that drive change and identification of cost savings opportunities and overall management of supplier relationships.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Apply Sourcing methodologies, practices and process that create value for assigned raw material categories including achieving year over year cost reductions and working capital improvements targets. Develop supplier strategies, manage and execute short and long term supplier management initiatives. Timely communication of raw material pricing trends and market updates affecting supply. Effectively manage the key suppliers via risk mitigation, scorecards and KPI’s. Work with supplier base to continually identify process improvements and cost reduction opportunities. Integrate strategic procurement activities with business unit representatives where required. Other projects/responsibilities as assigned.

Experience and Education:

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Material Science, or related technical field of study 3+ years of progressive supply chain, engineering, operations, or project management experience Strategic Sourcing experience in petrochemical or plastics industry Preferred experience with Pigments, TiO2, carbon black, color concentrates, NBR, TPU, HDPE, LDPE, ABS,

Preferred To Have

Experience with continuous improvement methodologies/tools preferred, and demonstrating Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is highly desirable. Advanced degree (MS or MBA) Green Belt Certification in Lean Six-Sigma or similar certifications

Skills and Competencies:

Conflict Resolution Skills Ability to influence and drive change. Strategic negotiation skills Time/priority management Working collaboratively Self-motivated Self-confidence Project management Analytical skills Strong skills in the Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Access SAP experience preferred

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