Strategic Buyer Aroma North America

Syensqo • Baton Rouge, LA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Syensqo is seeking a Strategic Raw Material and Procurement Manager for Aroma Performance. This role is critical in procuring key raw materials for global operations, focusing on market intelligence, supplier strategy, and business transformation. The position manages a high-impact product portfolio supporting Syensqo’s commitment to sustainable growth within the Aroma Performance business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Chemistry, or Economics; MBA is a plus
• 3+ years of strategic procurement experience, preferably in the chemicals or manufacturing sector
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across stakeholders
• Fluency in ERP systems (ideally SAP) and procurement best practices
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market signals to support smart, strategic decision-making

Nice To Haves

• MBA

Responsibilities

• Global Market Insight: Stay ahead of emerging trends, supply chain dynamics, and cost movements—turning data into strategic advantage.
• Strategic sourcing: Craft and deploy forward-thinking sourcing and category strategies aligned with business goals.
• Supplier partnerships: Negotiate high-value agreements, lead performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement.
• Contract leadership: Finalize and execute supplier contracts, SLAs, and compliance controls across the value chain.
• Value creation: Identify and deliver cost savings, innovation opportunities, and productivity improvements.
• Risk and ethics: Proactively manage risk and promote Syensqo’s high standards in procurement ethics and sustainability.
• Operational excellence: Use of SAP and digital procurement platforms to ensure seamless execution and reporting.

Benefits

• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds
• Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading chemical companies.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

What This Job Offers

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