Strategic Sourcing — Develop and implement sourcing strategies for chemical raw materials, intermediates, and specialty chemicals to support business growth and cost optimization.
Supplier Management — Identify, evaluate, and manage suppliers; conduct regular performance reviews and drive continuous improvement.
Cost Optimization — Lead cost analysis, benchmarking, and negotiation to achieve competitive pricing and total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements.
Market Intelligence — Monitor global and regional chemical market trends, supply-demand dynamics, feedstock price movements, and regulatory changes.
Risk Management — Identify supply risks, develop mitigation plans, and ensure business continuity for critical chemical categories.
Cross‑functional Collaboration — Work closely with R&D, Quality, Operations, and Global Procurement teams to support new product development and ensure compliance with technical and safety standards.
Contract & Compliance — Lead contract negotiations, manage supplier agreements, and ensure compliance with EH&S, REACH, and other regulatory requirements.
Project Support — Support sourcing activities for new plant setups, capacity expansions, or new chemical formulations.
