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Indorama Ventures · 4 months ago

Site Sourcing Manager

Lake Charles, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Indorama Ventures is a global leader in the chemical industry, seeking a dynamic Site Sourcing Manager to lead procurement activities across two chemical production facilities. The role involves managing site-level sourcing operations, driving category management strategies, and serving as a liaison between corporate procurement and plant operations.

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Responsibilities

Manage Site-Level Procurement at multiple petrochemical manufacturing sites

Drive implementation of Category Strategies including execution of clearly defined sourcing events; selection of suppliers in collaboration with cross-functional teams; supplier negotiations; and ongoing supplier management

Develop negotiation plans, gain alignment from stakeholders, lead cross-functional, negotiation teams, and implement appropriate supplier risk analysis

Expedite documentation and deliveries of orders to maintain on-time delivery requirements

Effectively use SAP and GEP source to contract software to create and maintain supplier agreements, pricing, or commodity analytics in a timely manner

Effectively engage and influence key stakeholders in Manufacturing, Engineering, Capital Projects, et.al. and related strategic suppliers

Perform other purchasing duties, as needed, to ensure overall business success

Qualification

Procurement experienceSAP S/4HANACategory ManagementVendor managementPower BIMicrosoft ExcelNegotiation skillsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProject managementCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, Master's) preferred

10+ years of procurement experience in the petrochemical or manufacturing industry

Proven experience managing service and contractor categories, including capital projects and maintenance services

Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, vendor management, and regulatory compliance

Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA, Power BI, and Microsoft Excel; experience with Source to Contract software (i.e. GEP) preferred

Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Category Management Process including developing and implementing sourcing strategies for Materials, Engineered Equipment, MRO, etc

Development of Master Agreements with strategic suppliers

Strategic Supplier Relationship Management

Excellent communication skills and analysis skills to effectively interact with Manufacturing, Engineering, Capital Projects, et.al

Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously

Strong working knowledge of business analysis, market research, financial analysis, cost models, procurement/supply chain analysis and supplier performance management

Strong analytical, prioritizing, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills with a track record of proactive problem resolution within complex supply chains

Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external stakeholders

Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment

Ability to work with and influence peers and management

Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting

Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)

A high degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications and be able to create and interpret key reports