Global Category Manager - Logistics Procurement
Job in
Brecksville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, 44141, USA
Listed on 2026-07-13
Listing for:
Lubrizol IMEA
Full Time, Per diem
position Listed on 2026-07-13
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Procurement / Purchasing, Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Global Category Manager – Logistics Procurement
Company: Lubrizol Corporation
Location: Brecksville, OH (to start) and transitioning to Wickliffe, OH in 2028
Job Type: Full-time;
In office 4 days, with 1 flexible day each week
- Manage the global supplier portfolio for assigned logistics procurement categories within a matrix organization
- Develop and execute global and multi‑year category strategies to optimize cost of ownership, quality, service, and innovation
- Source, onboard, and manage suppliers, including negotiating and executing master supply agreements and contracts
- Lead pricing and negotiation strategies to achieve productivity and cost savings targets
- Partner with cross‑functional and regional stakeholders to ensure alignment, consistency, and best practice sharing
- Apply market intelligence to educate stakeholders, mitigate risk, and enhance competitive positioning
- Drive supplier performance management and early business engagement across multiple accounts
- Report cost evolution, trends, and performance metrics to support global business objectives
- Ensure compliance with health, environmental, safety, security (HSES) standards and all corporate and procurement policies
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered
- Five or more years of experience in logistics procurement and operations, including ocean, road, rail, and warehousing
- Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels in a global, matrixed environment
- Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills with end‑to‑end sourcing lifecycle expertise
- Knowledge of regional regulatory, legal, tax, and import/export requirements
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and procurement‑related digital tools
- Advanced degree such as an MBA
- Experience with logistics procurement and operations in the chemical industry
- Dangerous goods expertise
- Experience with ERP and logistics systems such as SAP, Transportation Management (TM), and global logistics sourcing tools
- Formal training in strategy development and execution
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
- 401(k) match plus age-weighted defined contribution
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career and professional growth
- Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
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