Head of Procurement

Emery Oleochemicals LLC • Cincinnati, OH

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Head of Procurement leads global sourcing strategy across fats & oils, chemicals, logistics, and indirect spend, supporting FA, Ozone, SE, and OB Segment operations while driving cost competitiveness and supply continuity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 12–15+ years of procurement experience with leadership responsibility.
• Strong background in commodity sourcing and chemical or oleochemical industries.
• ERP experience (SAP preferred).
• Strong financial, analytical, and negotiation skills.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced degree.
• Global sourcing experience.
• Experience with sustainability certifications and ESG frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute global procurement strategy aligned with operations and commercial goals.
• Oversee sourcing of fats, oils, chemicals, and logistics services.
• Manage global supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
• Deliver cost savings and support financial planning.
• Monitor commodity markets and mitigate supply risk.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Commercial, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Lead sustainability and compliance initiatives.
• Drive procurement systems and governance improvements.
• Oversee inbound logistics and total delivered cost optimization.

What This Job Offers

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