Global Category Leader MRO Equipment & Materials

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLD From the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries—one improvement at a time.Chemours is seeking a Global Category Leader MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) Equipment & Material to join our Global Indirect Procurement Team ! This is a highly visible, key role within the Company. The Capabilities for Success in this role include the following:

Business acumen – creating, positioning, negotiating commercial arrangements and delivering a competitive advantage.

Strategic leadership in developing and nurturing strong working ties with site leadership and operations teams.

Strong negotiation skills-Experience managing and negotiating contracts to meet business needs and objectives.

Work closely with Chemours plant sites to resolve supply issues and implement procurement strategies.

Conduct spend & data analytics to achieve optimal TCO, reviews market intelligence, evaluates benchmarks and best practices to drive continuous improvement across supplier base.

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiate contracts and purchase order terms and conditions with the inclusion of Legal, Risk Management, Business leadership and Finance, as required.

Good analytical and quantitative skills

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Global Category Leader MRO Equipment & Materials Supply Chain Contracts.

Proactively engage and manage site/BU leadership expectations, and effectively optimize Indirect Procurement spend while securing timely supply.

Foster strong cross-functional engagement and working partnerships at each site to enable strategic planning and forecasting.

Create and meet strategic goals and objectives.

The following is required for this role:

2 years of MRO buy experience or global sourcing required.

Experience with strategic sourcing processes.

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting or Engineering is required.

Strong people management and persuasion skills to manage and influence at all levels of the company.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills.

Wave Warrior-extensive experience using Wave or similar cost reduction reporting tool with demonstrated experience delivering YOY/Cost Avoidance savings initiative(s) > $1M.

Adaptability, Patience and Conflict resolution mindset.

The following is preferred for this role:

5 years of MRO buy experience preferred.

5+ years’ Procurement experience as a buyer in the Indirect Procurement buy space.

Self-motivated and able to work with minimal oversight.

Implementing and transitioning MRO/OEM equipment & materials to e-catalogue systems such as Coupa, IBuy, Vroozi or SRM.

Six Sigma Greenbelt+ Certification.

Data analytics experience.

Experience with category management & category playbooks.

Benefits: Competitive CompensationComprehensive Benefits Packages401(k) MatchEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsLearning and Development OpportunitiesStrong Inclusion and Diversity InitiativesCompany-paid Volunteer DaysWe’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® .Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. (https://www.chemours.com/en/careers) Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. Chemours is an E-Verify employer Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do. Pay Range (in local currency):$120,064.00 - $187,600.00Chemours Level:27Annual Bonus Target:14%The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans. At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."A new company. A new purpose. A new commitment to customers and chemistry. We are Chemours. And even more exciting is how our employees are committed to be catalysts for better. The word “ours” is in our name intentionally. It is about our employees, our customers and our world. Our values are simple: We seek to put our customers first always. We encourage creativity and simplicity. We give you the ability to operate with the innovation and enthusiasm of an entrepreneur. We are obsessed with making our world safe and we do this all with unshakable integrity – doing what is right. See chemistry in a different way at Chemours.PLEASE USE A WEB BROWSER OTHER THAN INTERNET EXPLORER IF YOU ENCOUNTER ISSUES (CHROME, FIREFOX, SAFARI, ETC.)