Procurement Specialist

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Procurement Specialist | #22

398Location: Richmond, VA 100% - Ons

ite
Our client is a premier, globally recognized parent corporation operating across the chemical, aerospace, defense, and specialty materials industr

ies.
Job Sum

mary We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to ensure the continuous, cost-effective supply of a critical portfolio of raw materials, goods, and services. In this role, you will support global operations across production plants, contract manufacturing sites, R&D centers, and corporate business u

nits.
The position manages a major portfolio with an annual spend exceeding $50 million, consisting of high-volume, business-critical materials. The ideal candidate will focus heavily on strategic sourcing, with the role balanced at approximately 60% strategic and 40% tactical procur

ement.
Key Responsib

• ilitiesSupplier & Contract Management: Cultivate and manage key supplier relationships. Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements to maximize commercial value, guarantee supply continuity, and maintain accurate data within the corporate ERP s
• ystems.Market Analysis: Maintain a deep understanding of relevant raw material markets and global supply chains. Track external factors influencing availability and pricing to proactively anticipate and communicate market
• shifts.Sourcing Strategy: Identify, evaluate, and select strategic supply partners. Partner with the vendor network to discover innovative technologies and new supply sources that provide a competitive adv
• antage.Long-Term Planning: Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies aligned with the company’s multi-year global and regional business
• plans. Forecasting & Budgeting: Formulate accurate volume and pricing forecasts for internal corporate planning and annual budgeting processes, while coordinating expectations directly with sup
• pliers.Quality Assurance: Monitor vendor performance and product consistency using internal quality tracking systems. Collaborate closely with Process Technology, R&D, and Manufacturing teams to rapidly resolve any supplier quality
• issues.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with regional and global procurement colleagues to leverage organizational synergies and maximize the impact of strategic corporate initi
• atives.Risk Mitigation: Implement robust business continuity and risk-management strategies to safeguard the supply chain against disru
• ptions.Business Intelligence: Provide actionable market insights, competitive analysis, and regulatory updates to internal business units, manufacturing leadership, and research

teams.
Qualifications & Requ

irements
Minimum Education & E

• xperienceEducation: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Business, Economics, Mathematics, Chemistry, or a related field
• of study. Experience: 7 years of relevant experience in corporate procurement, strategic sourcing, or highly relevant B2B industri
• al sales.Core Skills: Proven negotiation track record, strong communication skills, and exceptional organizational capa

bilities.
Preferred Qual

• ifications
  Advanced degree such as a Master’s
• or an MBA.Direct procurement experience within the chemical, petroleum additive, or lubricant manufacturing industries.Professional supply chain certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, or

equivalent.
Key Skills &

• Competencies
  Uncompromising professional ethics and high personal
• credibility.Deep comprehension of market economics, cost structures, and value chains—ideally within chemical processing markets.Strong agility with the ability to manage fluid priorities and deliver on stri

ct timelines.
TECHEAD's mission is to make our associates successful by placing them in the right environment so they can grow and prosper. How we treat and respond to our clients and employees is a reflection of who we are and makes us stand out from the rest. Keeping our business focused on building and maintaining relationships with our employees and clients is the key to our success. We won't strive for

anything less.
TECHEAD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation

, and training.
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www.techead.com.
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