Nouryon · 19 hours ago
NAM Category Specialist; Equipment, PPE, MRO
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expNouryon is a global company that creates innovative and sustainable solutions for its customers. The NAM Category Specialist will support Category Management and manage procurement contracts to optimize Total Cost of Ownership, while coordinating with stakeholders to improve supply and cost positions.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Implement efficient sourcing and category management strategies in areas of responsibility
Estimate risks and apply risk minimizing techniques
Work with stakeholders and suppliers to resolve service issues
Identify best practices and benchmarks and ensure deployment within areas of responsibility
Research and anticipate shifts in the negotiation power of suppliers
Travel up to 5% within the region
5 days in office/onsite work environment
Qualification
Required
A minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement and / or operations roles
Education: University Bachelors or Master's degree level, preferably in Business Administration, Engineering, Logistics, Supply chain
Good understanding of the Supply Chain and Manufacturing functions: strategy, processes, systems and organization
Experience (direct / indirect) dealing with sales and customer service organizations
Change management: managing improvement programs with diverse teams as well as the cultural aspects of the change to be delivered
Strong Project management experience with lean management methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma
Experience in Sourcing including Strategic Sourcing Methodology and contract management
Preferred
Background in purchasing and/or manufacturing
Background in engaging across The North America and India
Excellent interpersonal relationship, networking and communication skills
Proactive approach
Problem-solving attitude
Company
Nouryon
We are Nouryon.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-10-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Paresh Bhakta
Senior Vice President Operations and Chief Integrated Supply Chain Officer
Knut Schwalenberg
President
Recent News
2025-12-15
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