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AMVAC U.S. · 2 months ago

Procurement Category Manager

Axis, AL, US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

AMVAC, an American Vanguard company, is seeking a proactive and analytical Procurement Category Manager to manage a portfolio of tail-spend chemicals across global operations. The role focuses on optimizing sourcing strategies, driving supplier evaluations, and leading the material approval process for raw materials.

Chemicals

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for tail-spend chemicals, focusing on cost optimization, risk mitigation, and supply continuity

Perform market intelligence, supplier analysis, and benchmarking to inform procurement decisions

Ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with R&D, operations, and quality teams

Champion the material approval process for new and alternative raw materials, coordinating with technical and regulatory stakeholders

Lead vendor qualification and evaluation efforts, ensuring alignment with compliance, quality, and supply chain best practices

Execute RFx events, negotiate contracts, and ensure favorable terms for tail-spend chemical suppliers

Monitor supplier performance, manage KPIs, and initiate corrective actions where needed

Develop strong relationships with niche and regional suppliers to support innovation and supply security

Partner with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions, raw material changes, and supply chain initiatives

Drive improvements in data visibility, supplier rationalization, and category transparency

Promote use of digital procurement tools and analytics to enhance decision-making and reporting

Qualification

Chemical procurementStrategic sourcingVendor evaluationMaterial approval workflowsERP systems proficiencyStakeholder engagementAnalytical capabilitiesEffective communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Chemistry, Engineering, Business, or 15 years in related chemical procurement

5+ years of experience in chemical procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management

Proven expertise in managing tail-spend or low-volume / high-variation portfolios

Strong knowledge of material approval workflows, vendor assessments, and regulatory standards

Effective communicator with strong stakeholder engagement and analytical capabilities

Proficiency in ERP systems and sourcing platforms

Benefits

Exceptional Health insurance plans including Medical (PPO), Dental, Vision with low out-of-pocket costs

Life Insurance (company paid); Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching

Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount (NYSE: AVD)

Vacation / Holiday pay

Company

AMVAC U.S.

AMVAC® is a U.S.-based, global technology solutions provider for agriculture and related industries, dedicated to helping growers increase yields, protect crops, and meet today’s evolving challenges with confidence and sustainability.

Founded in 1969

Newport Beach, California, US

501-1000 employees