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Kuraray America, Inc. · 13 hours ago

Procurement Specialist, Non Raw Materials

Houston,TX,US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Kuraray America, Inc. is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. They are seeking a Procurement Specialist who will lead strategic sourcing initiatives, manage supplier relationships, and drive process improvements to ensure cost-effective and reliable materials and services for the company.

ChemicalDentalHealth CareManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and implement sourcing strategies that drive continuous improvement, service excellence, and sustainable cost savings

Conduct market analysis to stay informed on trends, cost drivers, and labor rates that may impact sourcing decisions

Provide early procurement involvement in key projects to ensure sourcing considerations are embedded from the start

Use planning systems and protocols to support long-term procurement goals

Identify opportunities for innovation and process optimization across procurement activities

Lead the selection, evaluation, and onboarding of suppliers based on quality, cost, service, compliance, and capability

Manage key supplier relationships to ensure alignment with business needs and performance expectations

Negotiate favorable terms and manage contract lifecycles, including post-award activities, purchase orders, and ongoing vendor relations

Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, service, safety, and supply disruptions

Address and mitigate complex supplier incidents to maintain strong supplier performance

Partner with supply chain, operations, logistics, and other internal teams to ensure procurement strategies support business goals

Collaborate with the Global Raw Materials Procurement team to align local strategies with global sourcing initiatives

Serve as a key liaison to internal stakeholders at all levels, providing regular updates on procurement initiatives and outcomes

Identify inefficiencies in procurement systems, processes, or procedures and lead improvement initiatives using change management best practices

Continuously assess and refine procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Ensure adherence to audit, compliance, and regulatory standards, reporting any deviations or risks appropriately

Conduct research and data analysis to inform procurement strategies and decision-making

Prepare, organize, and present procurement reports, including metrics, accomplishments, and special project summaries

Track and report on key performance indicators and progress toward procurement goals

Manage multiple concurrent procurement projects, ensuring priorities are clearly defined and timelines are met

Apply structured project management approaches to deliver consistent results across initiatives

Directly manage and mentor a direct report, fostering their growth and development

Set performance goals, conduct regular check-ins, and provide constructive feedback

Qualification

ProcurementStrategic SourcingSupplier ManagementNegotiationSAPData AnalysisContract ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingProject ManagementInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or Sourcing

Minimum of 3-5 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management

Proven track record of successful negotiations and supplier management

Strong negotiation and analytical skills, with experience in multicultural and international environments

Proficiency in SAP or related system, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint

Experience with Business Queries, contract management and data analysis to inform decision-making

Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, interpersonal, creative thinking, consulting, and analytical skills

Ability to prioritize work to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines

Excellent problem-solving/decision-making skills

Ability to multi-task

Candidates must have a valid driver's license

Benefits

Robust healthcare package

Wellness reimbursements

Three weeks of paid time off

Ten company holidays

Paid parental leave

Education reimbursement

Matching 401k plan

Company

Kuraray America, Inc.

Kuraray is a leading global specialty chemical company that pioneers, manufactures and sells resins, chemicals, activated carbon, fibers, textiles, specialty dental materials and other highly functional products that improve the environment and enhance quality of life throughout the world.

Founded in 1986

Houston, Texas, USA

501-1000 employees