Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2023 revenue of approximately $9.2 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com. Role ProfileThe Site Procurement Lead is responsible for driving purchasing and indirect supply chain activities and aligning resources to optimize site procurement efforts and ensure compliance to internal guidelines, SOX requirements and legal requirements. They strive to optimize procurement, inventory, and GMN structure across all material and service categories and across capital purchases. In addition, they champion corporately participating in maximizing leverage by aligning with corporate procurement efforts. This position will be based at our manufacturing site in Martinsville, Virginia. Responsibilities
Assuring that all safety guidelines are met within the Procurement Department to accomplish site safety goals
Responsibilities for site purchasing activities including negotiation, supplier selection, and supplier development for assigned suppliers
Providing site leadership for the implementation of enterprise and site contracts for manufacturing goods and services
Investigating sourcing opportunities to develop and lead site cost improvement projects; manage costs and cost reduction results; identify and remove barriers to progress
Working closely with category manager to manage supplier performance for key materials. Managing and tracking Procurement operations metrics in key systems as needed. Owning supplier development programs and manage supplier metrics.
Assuring that site procurement operations meet internal guidelines, SOX requirements, and external regulatory/legal requirements
Managing procurement aspects of business ISO quality program requirements
Implementing corporate and local Procurement policies and procedures
Monitoring/Executing capital procurement activities for critical spares and new equipment to ensure continuity of site manufacturing operations
Monitor procurement card program for site
Perform day-to-day operational activities including establishment of purchase orders and outline agreements, expediting of deliveries, resolution of invoice discrepancies/complaints and non-conformance.
Driving continuous improvement to enhance process efficiencies in Purchasing, sharing best practices, and leveraging spend opportunities with other sites
Coordinate the relationships with site management and other functions
Leading and developing site Procurement personnel; execute employee development and coaching processes; as applicable
Managing Purchasing cost center budget to targets
Ensuring optimal outcomes consistent with strategic procurement priorities
Fostering relationships with key site leaders and users to clearly understand needs and delivering a high level of customer satisfaction from purchasing services.
Required Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business-related, engineering, or technical discipline
Five years of procurement experience preferred.
Functional Skills and Capabilities
Ability to negotiate/close commercial contracts/supply agreements
Adaptability in negotiating style
Strong persuasive skills and influencing ability
Strong verbal/written communication skills
Strong follow-through
Analytical/Critical Thinking Skills
Robust problem-solving skills
Collaborative mindset
Listen to needs and develop training strategies to help support educating end-users on procurement processes and procedures
Join us!Join us at Eastman and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in packaging procurement. Apply now and let's shape the future together. Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.