Strategic Sourcing-Commodity Lead

Chemelex•Houston, TX

23h

About The Position

Chemelex is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Strategic Sourcing-Commodity Lead to support sourcing, procurement, and supply management for resins, chemicals, and related raw materials. The role focuses on ensuring continuity of supply, managing supplier relationships, supporting cost reduction initiatives, monitoring market conditions, and coordinating with manufacturing, planning, quality, engineering, operations, and logistics teams. The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of procurement, supply chain, sourcing, or materials management experience in manufacturing, including experience sourcing or procuring resins and chemicals. Chemelex is a global provider of electric thermal and sensing solutions, with brands including Raychem, Tracer, Nuheat, and Pyrotenax. Its work supports safety, reliability, and efficiency across industrial plants, data centers, transport hubs, and homes. The company describes its values through four Dimensions of Excellence: Experts with empathy, Explorer mindset, Example for others, and Exceptional impact. Chemelex is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Requirements

2–4 years of purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in commodity management or sourcing/procurement of resins and chemicals.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
Proficiency with ERP systems; SAP is preferred.
Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
Ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation.
Understanding of inventory management principles and purchasing best practices.
Knowledge of manufacturing operations and maintenance processes.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and cost-reduction methodologies.
Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Customer-focused mindset and ability to collaborate across departments.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field.
SAP experience.
APICS/ASCM, ISM, CPSM, or another relevant supply chain certification.

Responsibilities

Manage procurement and supply planning for resins, chemicals, additives, and related raw materials.
Develop and maintain supplier relationships to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Monitor inventory and work with planning teams to prevent shortages and excess inventory.
Analyze market trends, pricing, capacity constraints, and supply risks affecting resin and chemical commodities.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead times, and commercial terms with suppliers.
Support supplier qualification, performance reviews, and corrective action processes.
Coordinate with operations, quality, engineering, and logistics teams to ensure uninterrupted production.
Lead supply recovery efforts during material shortages or disruptions.
Track and report supplier performance, cost savings, inventory levels, and on-time delivery metrics.
Support new product introductions by sourcing and qualifying materials and suppliers.
Ensure compliance with company policies, environmental regulations, and industry standards.