Kuraray America, Inc.
Overview
Senior Procurement Manager role at Kuraray America, Inc. in Houston, Texas. This position leads a team that supports the company\'s procurement needs across various categories. The successful candidate will help develop and execute procurement strategies, support compliance efforts, drive cost savings, and build strong internal and external relationships. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and global procurement teams to ensure efficient and effective sourcing of goods and services aligned with business needs. Responsibilities
Procurement Strategy & Execution: Lead the execution of procurement strategies for Kuraray America, ensuring alignment with business objectives and global procurement priorities. Procurement Activities: Manage procurement activities across all categories, including raw materials, indirect goods, and capital expenditures. Global Collaboration: Partner with global Kuraray procurement teams to identify synergies, leverage global agreements, and share best practices. Spend Analysis: Analyze spend data, market trends, and supplier performance to drive sourcing decisions. Functional Leadership & Team Development: Lead and develop a company wide team of procurement professionals; set goals, provide feedback, and support development plans. Team Culture: Establish a team culture focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, and results. Organizational Structure: Maintain an effective organizational structure that supports evolving business needs and procurement volume. Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure full compliance with Kuraray\'s Procurement and Purchasing Policies and Procedures; oversee adherence to ISO, Responsible Care, IATF, GMP; monitor supplier risks; support internal audits and corrective actions. Budgeting & Business Planning: Develop and manage the procurement function\'s budget and support enterprise cost-saving initiatives; forecast procurement projects, resource needs, and financial impacts; track and report on performance metrics (cost savings, on-time delivery, policy compliance). Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the key procurement contact for business units, operations, and corporate stakeholders in North America; support internal teams with sourcing for capital projects, services, and operations; communicate strategies and updates to ensure transparency and alignment. Systems & Process Optimization: Oversee the maintenance and improvement of the procurement module in the ERP system (GSAP); identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, control, and transparency. Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business and/or Logistics or related field. Minimum of ten years of procurement/supply chain experience in the petrochemical and related industries. Minimum of five years of leadership experience leading a company-wide procurement or supply chain department, including team development and cross-functional influence. Proven ability to manage complex procurement activities across multiple categories, sites, or business units. Deep knowledge of sourcing strategies, procurement compliance, and supplier risk management, with experience applying ISO, Responsible Care, IATF, GMP. Strong understanding of internal customer needs and the ability to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Demonstrated leadership in change management, with a focus on continuous improvement and navigating ambiguity. Effective communicator with strong negotiation skills and the ability to build trust across internal and external stakeholders. Skilled in coaching and mentoring teams, including addressing and resolving challenging team dynamics. ERP system experience required (GSAP/SAP preferred). Strong business acumen with a track record of setting direction, driving execution, and delivering measurable results. Must have a valid driver\'s license. Competencies
Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Manages Complexity: Solves problems by making sense of complex information. Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications for different audiences. Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively to meet shared objectives. Balances Stakeholders: Anticipates and balances needs of multiple stakeholders. Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Financial Acumen: Interprets and applies key financial indicators for better decisions. Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach to shifting demands. Builds Networks: Builds relationship networks inside and outside the organization. Strategic Mindset: Translates future possibilities into strategies. Builds Effective Teams: Builds strong teams with diverse skills and perspectives. Persuades: Uses compelling arguments to gain support. Benefits & Other
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package, wellness reimbursements, three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Learn more at kuraray.us.com/careers/ Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status. No third-party candidates accepted.
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Senior Procurement Manager role at Kuraray America, Inc. in Houston, Texas. This position leads a team that supports the company\'s procurement needs across various categories. The successful candidate will help develop and execute procurement strategies, support compliance efforts, drive cost savings, and build strong internal and external relationships. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and global procurement teams to ensure efficient and effective sourcing of goods and services aligned with business needs. Responsibilities
Procurement Strategy & Execution: Lead the execution of procurement strategies for Kuraray America, ensuring alignment with business objectives and global procurement priorities. Procurement Activities: Manage procurement activities across all categories, including raw materials, indirect goods, and capital expenditures. Global Collaboration: Partner with global Kuraray procurement teams to identify synergies, leverage global agreements, and share best practices. Spend Analysis: Analyze spend data, market trends, and supplier performance to drive sourcing decisions. Functional Leadership & Team Development: Lead and develop a company wide team of procurement professionals; set goals, provide feedback, and support development plans. Team Culture: Establish a team culture focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, and results. Organizational Structure: Maintain an effective organizational structure that supports evolving business needs and procurement volume. Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure full compliance with Kuraray\'s Procurement and Purchasing Policies and Procedures; oversee adherence to ISO, Responsible Care, IATF, GMP; monitor supplier risks; support internal audits and corrective actions. Budgeting & Business Planning: Develop and manage the procurement function\'s budget and support enterprise cost-saving initiatives; forecast procurement projects, resource needs, and financial impacts; track and report on performance metrics (cost savings, on-time delivery, policy compliance). Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the key procurement contact for business units, operations, and corporate stakeholders in North America; support internal teams with sourcing for capital projects, services, and operations; communicate strategies and updates to ensure transparency and alignment. Systems & Process Optimization: Oversee the maintenance and improvement of the procurement module in the ERP system (GSAP); identify and implement process enhancements to improve efficiency, control, and transparency. Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business and/or Logistics or related field. Minimum of ten years of procurement/supply chain experience in the petrochemical and related industries. Minimum of five years of leadership experience leading a company-wide procurement or supply chain department, including team development and cross-functional influence. Proven ability to manage complex procurement activities across multiple categories, sites, or business units. Deep knowledge of sourcing strategies, procurement compliance, and supplier risk management, with experience applying ISO, Responsible Care, IATF, GMP. Strong understanding of internal customer needs and the ability to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Demonstrated leadership in change management, with a focus on continuous improvement and navigating ambiguity. Effective communicator with strong negotiation skills and the ability to build trust across internal and external stakeholders. Skilled in coaching and mentoring teams, including addressing and resolving challenging team dynamics. ERP system experience required (GSAP/SAP preferred). Strong business acumen with a track record of setting direction, driving execution, and delivering measurable results. Must have a valid driver\'s license. Competencies
Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Manages Complexity: Solves problems by making sense of complex information. Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications for different audiences. Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively to meet shared objectives. Balances Stakeholders: Anticipates and balances needs of multiple stakeholders. Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Financial Acumen: Interprets and applies key financial indicators for better decisions. Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach to shifting demands. Builds Networks: Builds relationship networks inside and outside the organization. Strategic Mindset: Translates future possibilities into strategies. Builds Effective Teams: Builds strong teams with diverse skills and perspectives. Persuades: Uses compelling arguments to gain support. Benefits & Other
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package, wellness reimbursements, three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Learn more at kuraray.us.com/careers/ Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status. No third-party candidates accepted.
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