Mutares SE & Co. KGaA · 17 hours ago
Senior Manager/Associate Director - Procurement (m/f/d) - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
6+ years expMutares SE & Co. KGaA is a listed private equity holding company that acquires medium-sized companies with significant operational improvement potential. They are seeking an experienced procurement professional with expertise in chemicals sourcing to lead strategic sourcing initiatives and enhance procurement performance across their portfolio companies.
FinanceVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic and operational sourcing of key feedstocks and intermediates across oxo‑chemicals, aromatics, carbonyls, and polymer precursors
Develop and execute sourcing strategies that enhance cost competitiveness, supply security, and supplier diversification
Conduct market, cost‑structure, and price analyses for both feedstocks and intermediates with commodity‑driven or regulated dynamics
Negotiate long‑term agreements with producers and distributors, incorporating indexation, volume alignment, and risk‑mitigation mechanisms
Deliver tangible financial impact through supplier consolidation, process optimization, and improved commercial terms
Partner closely with the Mutares cross‑functional restructuring team to align decisions and ensure effective execution of procurement initiatives
Qualification
Required
Degree in business, economics, engineering, supply chain, or related field
At least 6 years of chemical‑sector procurement experience, including leading and developing procurement initiatives
Solid upstream chemical supply‑chain knowledge paired with a track record in complex contract negotiation and cost improvement
Analytical, hands‑on, and entrepreneurial mindset with strong problem‑solving skills
Business fluency in English & willingness to travel up to 4 days per week across the US
Benefits
Work in a highly motivated, international, committed, and agile team that enjoys working together
Exciting work environment with varied challenges, strategic influence, and tasks for continuous personal and professional development
Flat hierarchies, fast decision-making processes, and room for your own ideas
Regular team events and offsites
Company
Mutares SE & Co. KGaA
Mutares - The equity entrepreneurs Mutares SE & Co.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2008-06-10IPO
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