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Job Title: Strategic Procurement Manager

Type: Full Time, salaried and benefits

Salary: $120,000-$135,000/year plus bonus

Schedule: Mon-Fri Day Hours

Overview:

Specialty Chemical Company is seeking a Strategic Procurement Manager The ideal candidate is a proactive and results-driven professional with extensive experience in strategic planning and procurement, particularly in bulk transportation. This individual will demonstrate the ability to take initiative in negotiating contracts, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving operational efficiencies. With a strong analytical mindset and a collaborative approach, the Strategic Procurement Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative sourcing strategies that align with the company's logistics goals and contribute to significant cost savings.

Responsibilities:

+ Key team member of centralized Corporate Logistics Purchasing organization that supports the organization.

+ Manager assigned to Bulk Truck, Rail, Barge & Equipment within North America with purchasing responsibility of $100+ million.

+ Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, HES, and other groups across the enterprise to qualify suppliers and establish budgetary guidelines for BUs.

+ Facilitate the strategic sourcing process for the appointed transportation spend categories to include market and industry analysis, supplier research and review, category and supplier segmentation, sourcing events, analysis, negotiations, contracting and implementation

+ Directly supports key BUs with transportation optimization and operational support as needed

Requirements:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business is required; MBA degree preferred

+ Minimum 7 years related experience

+ Transportation procurement experience preferred

+ In depth knowledge of business analytics

+ Significant track record of savings achieved through innovative procurement programs and tactics

+ TMS experience is preferred

+ Experience in sourcing methodology

Ref: #558-Scientific

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.