Vice President of Strategic Sourcing Position Available In Shelby, Tennessee

Vice President of Strategic Sourcing Buckman – 4.4

Memphis, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$144K – $182K a year 15 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Trading Bachelor of Science English

ISO 9001

Project management Bachelor’s degree HR sourcing Senior level 10 years

Full Job Description Job Success Profile VP-Strategic Sourcing Location:

Memphis, TN Language:

English Travel:

Up to 15%

Seniority Level:

Manager Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in Memphis, TN, USA, committed to safeguarding the environment, maintaining safety in the workplace, and promoting sustainable development. Be a part of our chemistry. Buckman associates have a real impact. Not just on the world of chemistry, but also on how the world uses chemistry to enhance manufacturing, improve products, solve problems and protect the environment. Together we practice the chemistry of success with an innovative mix of commitment and reward, teamwork and improvement, leadership and transformation, integrity and growth. We believe in a healthy work/life balance and we recognize the importance of advancement opportunities and competitive compensation. Position Summary The Sourcing Manager contributes to the success of Buckman USA by managing relationships with suppliers for assigned spend categories, managing the total costs involved with the supply chain, and by ultimately ensuring the best total value for the reliable supply of purchased materials.

Key Position Outcomes Include:

Develop sourcing strategy and supply agreements for assigned Buckman spend categories to include raw materials and PFR’s and other goods/services for Buckman USA as assigned Contribute to the planning and ongoing information flow processes Forecasting material price changes and market/industry trends Working with R D and Marketing for new products Staying current on events in the chemical industry as well as Buckman needs and opportunities Reporting major events and changes to pertinent peers and managers on a regular basis Driving sourcing strategies that create value and drive product focus Contributing ideas and information to enable successful Strategic Sourcing Work Group Projects Interface with other areas within the Supply Chain for effective raw material cost and inventory management Assisting in developing and maintaining inventory strategies at the item and container level at Buckman and supplier sites for assigned spend categories Deployment of ERP tools to coordinate demand plan and order raw materials Analysis for early detection of slow moving materials and appropriate resolution Develop and refine analytical reports KPM reporting Perform necessary documentation Pursue continuous improvement throughout the supply chain Contribute to Red Tag and other waste reduction efforts Reduce operating costs by Negotiating lowest costs for purchased materials Focusing on best total value/total cost picture Working with Suppliers and pertinent Buckman departments to find logistics improvements Reducing the number of transactions for low dollar purchases Reducing inventory carrying costs Tracking cost savings and other cost-related wins Utilizing continuous improvement and best practices fundamentals to drive results Manage supplier relationships effectively Regularly meeting with supplier representatives Resolving disputes with suppliers and addressing supplier performance issues Arranging meetings for technical exchanges Recognizing suppliers for good performance Developing sourcing strategy that drives the right Buckman products Securing contingency sources for critical materials Expediting critical materials when lower level results not adequate for needs Driving global sourcing and product strategies with strategic suppliers Ensure the supply of quality materials and adherence to

BQS/ISO 9001

requirements Maintaining an understanign of current

BQS/ISO 9001

requirements Monitor and communicate supplier performance Evaluating the performance of suppliers of critical materials Qualifying suppliers that are reliable Following thorough procedures to approve new raw materials Utilizing corrective action procedures for non-conformances Surveying suppliers on their quality system processes Performing on-site audits of suppliers when deemed necessary Competencies Needed for Success Strong ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal areas of the company; Strong trading skills Focus on driving results Minimum requirement to apply Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from a four-year college or university Preferably a degree and/or certification that compliments and supports Supply Chain Management for the chemical process manufacturing industry Minimum 10 years of experience Experience in Project Management Solid experience in the implementation and maintenance of purchasing processes #LI-RJ1 #ZR