The Procurement Analyst is a key position within our top tier procurement organization. It focuses on strategy and analysis as it relates to the procurement of chemical raw materials, indirects, and logistics services.This position is part of the Global Procurement Team which supports approximately $2 billion of commodity spend. The role has organizational visibility and is a highly interactive one, partnering with other Business Analysts, Commodity Managers, and Procurement Leadership. Over time, Procurement Analysts become specialists in their market area, and play an important role in strategy development, major supplier negotiations and decision making processes. They may also take on sourcing responsibilities as part of the role, enabling them to build valuable commercial skills. Essential Functions· Lead and provide insightful market analysis, interpretation, of raw materials, indirect commodities or logistics services · Support corporate level analyses including development of presentations for the Executive VP to present to Bakelite Senior Leaders and the Board of Directors· Provide strategic analysis and information for development of short term and long term strategies for regional and global procurement· Track key procurement performance metrics· Prepare for and participate in major supplier negotiations· Analyze commercial opportunities· Globally communicate and report up to and including senior company leadership CompetenciesTransformational Leadership Drives changeEngages cross-functional coalitions to implement changeThought LeadershipConsistently adding value with your thinkingDemonstrates big picture thinkingBusiness results orientedCustomer-focused value creationConsistently delivering resultExceeds expectationsStrong on individual accountabilityOpen mindsetOpen to learning, embraces creativity and innovationOpen to learning from others and values views different from own viewsAgile mindset Makes smart decisions quickly, adjusts, adapts moves forwardTrust & Team workTakes the time to listen for understanding and asks questions to clarifyUses communication skills that enhance teamwork (listens, is open, is honest, timely, and direct)Encourages others to listen using active listening skillsWorks well with other departments, functions, regions and culturesTalks StraightCommunicates directly, honestly, respectfully and in a timely manner to resolve conflictUses simple language that is clear and to the pointIs able to clearly define reality, even if it is controversialFunctional CompetenciesUnderstanding of financial concepts such as cash flow, net income, EBITDA, variable and fixed costs General knowledge of Marketing concepts such as supply/demand and pricingGeneral understanding of the sourcing processA basic understanding of contracts and the ability to read legal language is requiredShould have strong and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, international multicultural environmentMust have excellent Microsoft Excel SkillsPrior experience with SAP and/or M3 ERP systems is a plusQualificationsA bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems management, chemistry, logistics, finance or related technology field is requiredExperience in process manufacturing, chemical industryStrong analytical skills for complex problem solvingAbility to articulate technical topics to non-technical audiencesProficient in Microsoft Office especially PowerPoint, Excel and OutlookExcellent interpersonal skills with exceptional influencing and written communication skillsInternational business experience and knowledge of supply chain management a plus