Director Indirect Procurement (US Remote)

Hexion Careers • Worthington, OH

8d • Remote

About The Position

This is a remote position and can be located anywhere in the US. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Global Indirect Procurement to lead and optimize our global indirect sourcing function. With approximately $200M in addressable spend across categories such as MRO, CapEx, IT, Facilities, HR, Finance, and Professional Services, this role plays a critical role in driving enterprise-wide cost savings, risk mitigation, and digital transformation. The ideal candidate thrives in a centralized procurement environment and will be a key enabler of our ongoing procurement transformation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field (MBA or relevant Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, with at least 5 years in global indirect procurement leadership.
• Proven experience managing diverse indirect categories (MRO, CapEx, IT, Facilities, etc.) in a manufacturing or chemicals context.
• Demonstrated success leading teams, engaging stakeholders, and delivering measurable savings and performance improvement.
• Expertise in sourcing strategy, supplier management, contracting, and digital procurement tools (Coupa preferred).
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Track record of influencing and aligning with senior leadership in matrixed global organizations.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or relevant Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute multi-year category strategies aligned with enterprise goals and functional priorities.
• Oversee strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier management, and performance optimization across indirect spend categories.
• Lead a team of 3 category managers while influencing regional and functional stakeholders across plants and business units.
• Partner with IT, Finance, HR, Operations, and Plant leaders to align procurement strategies with business needs and operational realities.
• Build sourcing pipelines based on demand planning, total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling, and market intelligence.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and change management as part of the procurement transformation roadmap.
• Deliver year-over-year savings targets through cost reduction, cost avoidance, and demand management.
• Proactively manage supplier risk, continuity, and performance, especially for critical services and capital projects.
• Establish supplier segmentation models and governance frameworks for key supplier relationships.
• Implement and continuously improve procurement processes, KPIs, and compliance across categories and geographies.
• Champion the use of digital tools (e.g., SAP, Coupa, iCertis, analytics platforms) to improve visibility, sourcing velocity, and data-driven decision-making.

Benefits

• We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development—equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel.
• With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director