Senior Procurement Specialist

1 week ago


Charlotte, North Carolina, United States Alpek Polyester USA Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Senior Buyer to join our recycled PET (rPET) Procurement team based out of our Charlotte, NC facility. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to negotiate and problem-solve.

Key Responsibilities
  • Accountable for the purchase of different raw materials for DAK manufacturing sites from domestic and foreign vendors.
  • Monitor and administer import and export processes and related documentation.
  • Coordinate material transportation planning and strategy with freight and carrier vendors.
  • Manage / Maintain PFR (Purchase for Resale) Processes and Administration.
  • Responsible for material distribution and inventory control.
  • Administration of Quality Management System with applicable vendors.
  • Tracking of Invoicing Accuracy.
  • Generate market intelligence data and trends for stakeholder review.
  • Prepare reporting and analyze data related to inventory allocation, current volume and pricing metrics, and procurement forecasting.
  • High level of interaction and exposure with internal groups (operations, supply chain, finance, etc.).
  • Develop new strategies and partnerships in order to more effectively compete for greater material volume acquisition for production.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain.
  • Solid interpersonal and analytical skills.
  • Strong negotiation and organizational skills.
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Strong problem-solving capability.
  • High Attention to Details.
  • Ability to travel to vendors and manufacturing sites on a quarterly basis (~25%).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Logistics, Procurement, or Supply Chain experience (1-2 years).
  • SAP Knowledge.
  • Powerpoint skills.
  • Project Management Training.
  • Fluency in French and/ or Spanish a plus.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a global leader in the production of PTA (Terephthalic Acid), PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Resins, PET Recycling (rPET), and Specialty Polymers. This integrated business services customers all over the world using its global network of manufacturing entities within the Alpek Polyester umbrella. We are committed to improving people's lives through our products, innovations, and a commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a division of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest corporations.

Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is subject to US Department of Commerce export regulations and thus must hire individuals who meet national security requirements. Interested applicants (or temporary employees) must meet eligibility requirements. Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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