Senior Procurement COE Leader

Chemtrade

5d • $160,000 - $170,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Sr Procurement Center of Excellence (CoE) Leader is responsible for establishing and driving a high-performing procurement function through the development and deployment of best practices, digital tools, data analytics, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role serves as a strategic enabler for the Chemtrade procurement organization, building capabilities, ensuring process consistency, and supporting category and sourcing teams to deliver measurable business value.
The role will be key member of the procurement leadership team and brings strategic thinking to establish a long-term vision for procurement, focused on people, process and technology. The role is responsible for the development and oversight of the annual objectives and metrics aligned to the strategy to support corporate growth objectives while strengthening the business core to develop and maintain a competitive advantage.
The incumbent will also drive key initiatives, collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders, leading cross-functional project teams. Success in this role demands a strong strategic and analytical orientation coupled with exceptional communication skills as well as a highly developed collaborative nature

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical field with minimum 15 years of experience including at least 10 years leadership in supply chain / procurement
• Self-starter who can demonstrate a high level of energy and urgency
• Deep understanding of procurement processes, category management, and supplier relationship management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in data visualization and analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Ariba).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Chemical Industry is preferred
• Training and/or experience in either six sigma or lean manufacturing processes and experience a plus

Responsibilities

• In alignment with the Procurement Director, establish and execute the 3 – 5 year procurement vision and multi-generational plan with annual deliverables/objectives clearly defined across components such as People, work process, and technologies. Work collaboratively across Leadership Teams and other key stakeholders to ensure alignment
• Monitor/track the progress against the defined multi-generation plan, ensuring appropriate projects/action are in place to support each objective. Identify resourcing needs to deliver against plan – both with the function and in other functional teams where needed.
• Procurement focal point for delivering on annual procurement productivity targets – providing governance across procurement to ensure robust project pipeline, monitoring and reporting
• Lead specific strategic initiatives as needed to enable transformation of the “way we work” across Source to Pay work process
• Responsible to establish written work processes for Source to Pay; conduct gap analysis and identify action plans to evolve from AS IS to TO-BE
• Provide subject matter expertise and functional leadership for the implementation of new technologies, such as ERP systems and automation tools, to streamline workflows and improve user experience.
• Responsible to establish robust data governance and reporting mechanisms to measure procurement performance (KPIs, savings, supplier performance, risk, etc.).
• Provide actionable insights through spend analytics, benchmarking, and predictive analysis.
• Lead development of dashboards and analytics tools to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Support change management and communication efforts to ensure successful adoption of new tools and processes. Lead People
• Exemplify strong leadership qualities by inspiring and guiding team members through effective communication, collaboration and the ability to influence positive outcomes
• Analyzing workforce trends and needs to align staffing levels with business goals and make decisions about hiring and restructuring as needed
• Onboarding direct reports to ensure smooth integration into the company
• Setting clear performance expectations, conducting performance reviews, providing feedback and addressing performance issues; developing performance improvement plans when necessary
• Identifying training needs and supporting employees in acquiring new skills and knowledge to enhance their job performance and career growth
• Promoting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives to create a diverse and equitable workplace
• Cultivate a culture of appreciation by acknowledging and celebrating team members' achievements, promoting motivation and job satisfaction
• Addressing workplace conflicts and disputes promptly and fairly; promoting open communication and resolving issues to maintain a harmonious work environment
• Promoting a safe working environment, assisting in developing safety protocols and addressing health and safety concerns

Benefits

• Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results
• At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities, skills, and experiences of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to drive our business forward, and see our diversity as one of our greatest strengths.
• To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all employees. These employee-driven groups provide platforms for employees to share their perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive and respectful culture and provide vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization. We recognize the value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) in fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
• Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that promotes the personal and professional development of our employees.
• Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families. That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits, and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and the well-being of its employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees