Associate Category Manager Chemicals

Who we are:

ARLANXEO, established in April 2016, is a world-leading synthetic rubber company with sales of around EUR 3.2 billion in 2017, about 3,800 employees and a presence at 12 production sites in nine countries. The company’s core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of high-performance rubber for use in, for example, the automotive and tire industries, the construction industry, and the oil and gas industries.

What we can offer you:

ARLANXEO is a young company with strong roots! We derive our strength from global presence, management excellence and most importantly our people! Our employees are the pillars of our success.

We offer exciting career opportunities regionally as well as internationally, competitive pay and benefits, educational assistance programs, and many other personal and professional development programs that are a part of our vision and values that drive our ongoing success.

ARLANXEO has a new career opportunity available for an Associate Category Manager – Chemicals our Pittsburgh Corporate office. This position is not open to full remote work and operates on a hybrid schedule.

The Associate Category Manager - Chemicals position is primarily responsible for all aspects of strategic category management of chemicals and other raw materials for ARLANXEO’s North American production sites and secondarily for select materials for ARLANXEO’s global production sites.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Category Management & Sourcing
  • Create and implement procurement strategies for chemicals used in NORAM production sites, as well as select chemicals sourced globally
  • Share category strategies with procurement management, internal stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure alignment and secure necessary approvals
  • Achieve cost savings and enhance value through effective supplier management, strategic sourcing, and negotiation efforts
  Negotiate contracts covering pricing, service levels, terms, and conditions to support category strategies and achieve objectives
  

• Supply Market Intelligence
  • Conduct industry market analysis to understand current supply conditions, including available suppliers, their capabilities, potential supply risks, and price trends; Use this intelligence to guide strategic sourcing and category decisions effectively
  Keep internal teams updated on key trends and developments in supply markets for chemicals. Explain how these changes impact ARLANXEO's sourcing and procurement strategies
  

• Risk Management
  • Identify and address risks within the supplier base and supply chain to minimize potential disruptions
  • Develop and implement contingency plans to manage supply chain interruptions and other critical risks effectively
  Track industry trends to anticipate and manage emerging risks, ensuring the company maintains a competitive edge
  

• Supplier Relationship Management
  • Develop and maintain robust relationships with key suppliers to secure competitive purchasing conditions
  • Continuously assess and document supplier quality, delivery, cost, and service levels through regular evaluations and audits
  Address supplier issues promptly and promote ongoing improvements in supplier relationships
  

• Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams, such as Operations, Technology & Sustainability, and Business Management, to ensure that procurement strategies are aligned with the organization's overall objectives
  Act as the primary contact for all category-related procurement inquiries, facilitating effective communication and support for internal stakeholders
  

• Data Management and Reporting
  • Maintain accurate and current documentation of all procurement activities, contracts, and supplier information to facilitate effective management and decision-making
  • Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports on category spending, cost savings, and supplier performance for senior management, highlighting key insights and trends
  Maintain updated and forecasted pricing for selected products to support the organization’s financial planning processes
  
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In order to accomplish this, you will possess:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field.
• Min three years of experience in procurement preferably within category management; experience with chemicals/direct materials strongly preferred
• Strategic sourcing
• Supplier relationship management
  Contract negotiation and management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Supply market and cost analysis
• Good communication and project management skills

As part of the application process, please attach a professional resume file to be viewed in the original format.

ARLANXEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability.