Why You'll Love This Job
The ideal candidate for the Category Buyer position will be results driven, motivated by challenges, and have excellent contracting, negotiation, communication, organization, analytical, research, and interpersonal skills. The primary function of this role is the sourcing of MRO and Services categories required by all Alpek Polyester USA. LLC sites. This career opportunity will be based out of our CA - Columbia (Gaston, SC) facility.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a global leader in the production of PTA (Terephthalic Acid), PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) Resins, PET Recycling (rPET), and Specialty Polymers. This integrated business services customers all over the world using its global network of manufacturing entities within the Alpek Polyester umbrella. We are committed to improving people's lives through our products, innovations, and a commitment to sustainability and protecting the environment.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is headquartered in Charlotte, NC with manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas, Mississippi, Indiana, and Pennsylvania.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is a division of Alpek, the petrochemicals and synthetic fibers business group of Alfa, S.A.B. de C.V., one of Mexico's largest corporations.
Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is subject to US Department of Commerce export regulations and thus must hire individuals who meet national security requirements. Interested applicants (or temporary employees) must meet eligibility requirements. Alpek Polyester USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate for the Category Buyer position will be results driven, motivated by challenges, and have excellent contracting, negotiation, communication, organization, analytical, research, and interpersonal skills. The primary function of this role is the sourcing of MRO and Services categories required by all Alpek Polyester USA. LLC sites. This career opportunity will be based out of our CA - Columbia (Gaston, SC) facility.
Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze assigned categories' markets to manage a group of suppliers to meet and exceed Company's requirements in terms of value, quality, and service.
• Develop in-depth quantitative analysis and KPI review via Scorecards in coordination with business partners' input and market trends to implement sourcing strategies which maximize value creation while creating strategic alliances with vendors.
• Partner with Legal to ensure assigned contracts minimize risk for the Company
• Work with end users, peers, and corporate functions to identify, plan, and execute continuous improvement opportunities to optimize cost and Procurement processes.
• Perform all activities in accordance with the Company's Mission, Vision, and Values, and in compliance with the Company's policies (including but not limited to Procurement Policy), procedures, and Code of Ethical Business Conduct.

Skills & Qualifications
Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, supply chain or related field, required.
• Professional certification in Procurement or Supply Chain Management, preferred
• Proficient level of Microsoft office tools and data analytics via Excel, BI analytics or equivalent, required.
• Proficiency with SAP or ERP software equivalent, preferred.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively in a diverse, fast-paced, challenging, and cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to travel up to our different US sites, as needed

Job Number: 113642

About the Company:
Alpek Polyester