About The Position

Polyvantis is a global leader in high-performance materials and a major buyer of Polycarbonate (PC) and Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA). As a newly formed company with operations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, we are seeking a Global Procurement Director to architect and lead a high-performing procurement function. This role combines strategic vision and real-time execution and requires a leader who is financially fluent, market-connected, and comfortable operating hands-on in a high-service, customer-focused environment. This person will report directly to the SVP Supply Chain & Procurement and will routinely engage with the CEO, CFO, and other senior executives.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or Engineering; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years in procurement, with 5+ years in global leadership roles.
  • Strong background in industrial materials, ideally PC/PMMA or specialty chemicals.
  • Proficient in SAP S/4HANA and digital procurement platforms.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.
  • U.S. preferred; open to Europe. Travel 25–40%.

Responsibilities

  • Build and execute a global sourcing strategy aligned with company objectives for cost, service, risk, and innovation.
  • Develop strategic supplier relationships, particularly in PC, PMMA, and key indirect categories.
  • Monitor global material markets and proactively mitigate supply and cost risks.
  • Design the procurement function, operating model, and global-local team structure.
  • Define and implement global procurement policies, contract governance, and category strategies.
  • Align procurement activities with commercial, operations, and financial planning.
  • Serve as the escalation point for urgent buys, supplier issues, and customer-driven priorities.
  • Support execution directly, especially during major disruptions or for high-impact accounts.
  • Coordinate closely with customer service, logistics, and manufacturing to maintain continuity of supply.
  • Translate procurement strategy into financial impact, including margin, inflation, and working capital.
  • Partner with the CFO and CEO to present sourcing plans, supplier risk scenarios, and performance updates.
  • Support budgeting, quarterly reviews, and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Lead the adoption of SAP S/4HANA and procurement analytics tools to drive visibility and control.
  • Standardize sourcing and supplier management processes across regions.
  • Promote digital workflows and automation to increase speed and reduce manual tasks.
  • Build and lead a global procurement team with a culture of ownership, accountability, and performance.
  • Develop talent through coaching, feedback, and formal development paths.
  • Foster collaboration across regional teams while maintaining global consistency.
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