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MRO/Capex Category Procurement Specialist

2 months ago


Houston, Texas, United States Verdant Specialty Solutions, Inc. Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced procurement professional to join our team as a MRO/Capex Category Buyer. As a key member of our procurement operations, you will be responsible for the strategic sourcing of Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) and Capital Expenditure (Capex) goods and services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement strategic procurement strategies for MRO and Capex, ensuring alignment with our company's objectives and market dynamics.
  • Lead the vendor selection and approval process, adhering to legal and company requirements.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure long-term benefits, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to drive their performance in line with our capital project goals.
  • Oversee capital projects from inception through Front End Loading (FEL) stage gates, ensuring adherence to specifications, budget, and timelines.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional, global teams to ensure a cohesive procurement strategy that supports our international operations.
  • Stay up-to-date with market trends, legal changes, and innovations within the specialty chemicals and energy sectors to maintain a competitive edge.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, specifically in MRO and Capex buying within the specialty chemicals industry or a closely related field.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the legal aspects of contracts, vendor selection, and approval processes.
  • Proficiency in navigating energy markets and negotiating related long-term contracts.
  • Demonstrated success in vendor performance management in alignment with capital project objectives.
  • Outstanding project management skills, capable of leading projects through FEL stage gates on a global scale.
  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholders effectively.
  • Flexible and able to adapt to a rapidly changing environment, with a strong aptitude for working within a global team setting.
What We Offer
  • Competitive and comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits through Cigna.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution and yearly roll over (cannot be combined with FSA)
  • 401(k) with competitive company match
  • Health advocacy and services
  • Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Other company-paid programs including identity theft resolution, travel assistance, will preparation, discounts on gym membership and equipment, massage therapy, nutrition programs, and smoking cessation.
About Verdant Specialty Solutions

Verdant Specialty Solutions is a global specialty chemical company with a vision to be the go-to provider of batch specialty surfactant-based chemistry for applications in the consumer and industrial markets. Our company has nine locations in the US and Europe, and our international team of about 300 employees are committed to safety, quality, and supply reliability.