Primary Responsibilities
Manage and lead the day-to-day of procurement responsibilities by supporting operations, finance and technology. This includes raw materials, capital and Indirect spends
Maintain system integrity in the ERP system, ensure procurement policy, guidelines and any associated documents are in place and updated when required.
Create and implement regional procurement strategies that are innovative, cost-effective, sustainable, and incorporate the growing complexities and challenges within industry aligning to global procurement strategies.
Lead transformational activities to build procurement organizational capabilities and improve procurement efficiency
Implement cross-functional cost savings; support new product development; supply assurance and quality improvements by sourcing, selecting, and partnering with suppliers through robust category strategies
Create and review opportunities on alternative materials and or suppliers to meet the business unit objectives in procurement activities and deliver best values and business savings
Study and analyze market / industry trend of raw material / feedstock related movement and keeping abreast of the changing environment and keep stakeholder updated.
Develop strong partnership with suppliers as well as the business.
Understand market situation, business trends and product availability to pay the best price for company goods and services without sacrificing quality or delivery times
Develop commodity management for critical commodity
Contribute and communicate the impact on Procurement activities to business / stakeholders when situation arise like market change and potential effects on supply.
Recommend solutions without compromising quality or service while optimizing cost.
Develop and implement strategies for procuring, storing, and distributing goods or services and maintaining stock levels
Collaborating with our technology to understand our company needs as well as work with our existing / new suppliers to determine company strategic alignment.
Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers and vendors.
Build and nurtures relationships with suppliers to negotiate the best prices for company and identify long term strategic suppliers.
Perform all procurement and contracting activities including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation, and preparation of contracts.
Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements
Analysis of supply markets to identify potential suppliers and keep abreast of changing industry trends
Periodic review and audit system integrity of supplier’s info in the system, JDE such as supplier lead-time, purchasing pricing and supplier basic data like safety stock, MOQ and order multiple.
Maintain and update documentation such as ISO procedure, supplier audit report, when necessary.
Review repeated / critical supplier corrective action and develop annual supplier audit plan where applicable.
Periodical review and monitor the vendor performance i.e. quality and delivery performance, supplier approved record and supplier qualification.
Critical Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving
Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrix-based environment with multiple priorities
Must have the ability to make decisions even in critical situations and under time pressure
Proven ability to think independently and handle projects through to completion
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong external focus with a growth mindset
Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment
High levels of self-motivation, initiative, and interpersonal skills
Experienced in :
Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving
Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrix-based environment with multiple priorities
Must have the ability to make decisions even in critical situations and under time pressure
Proven ability to think independently and handle projects through to completion
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong external focus with a growth mindset
Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment
High levels of self-motivation, initiative, and interpersonal skills
Experienced in :
Negotiation and Contract development
Supplier Analysis
Industry Analysis / Competitive Analysis
Supplier Relationship Management
Category Strategy Development
Commodity Management
Negotiation and Contract development
Supplier Analysis
Industry Analysis / Competitive Analysis
Supplier Relationship Management
Category Strategy Development
Commodity Management
Passion, self-motivation, take initiative, and good interpersonal skill
Excellent presentation, written and oral communication skills
Ability to interface with suppliers and promote best interests of Michelman
Ability to interact with all levels of the organization
Dynamic cross-functional interaction and highly effective project management, leadership skills, change management
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers
Possess strong business acumen
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain or Business-related discipline
7 or more years’ experience in sourcing raw materials for the Chemical industry with notable progression of responsibilities
Proven track record of launching new growth programs and delivering results
Other
Experience in chemical manufacturing or chemical sourcing preferred
Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or Continuous Improvement Experience
Willingness to travel domestically up to 25% of the time with the potential of 1 international trip per year
