Site Procurement Lead

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 14,500 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2022 revenues of approximately $10.6 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com. 

 

Responsibilities

 

• Ensure all safety guidelines are met within Procurement Department to accomplish site safety goals
• Coordinate multi-site purchasing activities, including contract negotiation, supplier selection and supplier development 
• Meet Eastman objectives, especially for cost savings, through effective purchasing negotiations for manufacturing goods and services
• Manage and track Procurement operations and supplier metrics
• Assure site procurement operations meet internal guidelines, SOX requirements and external and legal requirements
• Manage packaging contracts and ensure suppliers provide quality, reliable, cost-effective materials
• Review contracts and commercial terms
• Provide oversight for the processing of orders on a timely basis
• Lead and serve on cross-functional teams to drive site and Corporate goals
• Effectively communicate site needs with key leadership
• Develop relationships with small sites and Corporate in order to share best practices and leverage spend opportunities
• Set priorities for and coach team members to meet objectives

 

Qualifications

 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required. Disciplines preferred include Supply Chain, Purchasing, Logistics, Business, Accounting, Engineering or other technical fields 
• Previous procurement experience preferred either in business, supply chain or logistics
• Previous supervisory experience a plus
• Excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills
• Strong negotiation skills
• Self-starter and self-motivated
• Strong analytical skills
• Prior experience using SAP or other ERP system preferred
   

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.