Procurement Manager – Plastics & Chemicals

Strategic Procurement Manager – Plastics & Chemicals

Location:

Morristown, TN

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Strategic Procurement Manager to lead the procurement of raw materials and indirect/non-production materials across our client’s U.S. facilities. This role is critical to ensuring cost-effective sourcing, continuity of supply, supplier performance, and alignment with the company’s operational and business objectives
.

The ideal candidate will bring strong procurement experience within the plastics and chemical industries
, with demonstrated knowledge of key materials including resins, titanium dioxide (TiO2), carbon black, and chemical additives
. Working in a highly collaborative environment, the Strategic Procurement Manager will partner cross-functionally with Procurement, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Quality, Sales, Technical Services, and Operations to develop sourcing strategies, optimize costs, mitigate supply risks, and improve overall supply chain performance.

• Manage purchasing requirements and procurement activities for the company’s facilities across the United States
  .
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies for raw materials, indirect materials, and key commodities.
• Lead supplier selection, RFQ/RFP processes, quotation analysis,
  total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships through regular business reviews, supplier visits, audits, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain accurate and detailed procurement records, including supplier information, material specifications, pricing history, contracts, and supplier performance data
  .
• Conduct ongoing market analysis to identify market trends, cost drivers, supply risks, capacity constraints, and emerging technologies within the supply base.
• Develop commodity strategies designed to maximize purchasing leverage, ensure continuity of supply, and improve cost efficiency.
• Lead supplier negotiations and cost-reduction initiatives to achieve measurable savings while maintaining quality and service levels.
• Support annual material budget development, cost forecasting, and procurement performance planning.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for cost optimization, process improvement, and supply chain efficiency
  .
• Monitor supplier performance and lead corrective action initiatives when required.
• Identify and proactively mitigate supply chain risks, including supplier capacity, material availability, pricing volatility, and logistics challenges.
• Collaborate with Quality, Regulatory, Technical Services, Sales, and Operations to ensure materials meet technical, quality, regulatory, and production requirements.
• Support the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Maintain awareness of relevant industry associations, supply markets, commodity trends, and contract law as it relates to purchasing.
• Manage multiple procurement projects and initiatives independently while meeting established deadlines and objectives.
• Travel domestically and internationally as required for supplier meetings, audits, negotiations, and business reviews.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• 5+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience
  , preferably within the plastics, chemicals, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of plastics and chemical procurement
  , including experience with materials such as:
• Resins
• Carbon black
• Chemical additives
• Other polymer and specialty chemical materials
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation
  .
• Strong understanding of global supply chain principles and the factors…