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The Sourcing Manager II addresses indirect categories (non-raw material) within Evonik procurement. The role is responsible for all office and plant locations in the United States and Canada with respect to the purchase of Technical Equipment, Maintenance/Technical Services and General Goods & Services. We are looking for an ambitious and self-driven Sourcing Manager with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills coupled with strong business acumen.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Team Management
Set overall strategic direction and priorities for the responsible category. Identify national contract opportunities; seeking to address indirect spend of full organization, with focus on regional, national or global synergies.
Coordinate with global counterparts where necessary.
Direct workload of the Category Sourcing Specialist via Planner.
Audit documentation of competitive bid process within the category to ensure consistency and compliance to the Procurement Management Manual.
Responsible for managing KPI’s defined by Procurement Management.
Strategic Sourcing
Manage key supplier relationships including contract/price negotiations as it pertains to indirect categories, including preparation and evaluation of the bid documents. Negotiate the optimization/extension of existing contracts and catalogs, including the generation of new contracts and catalogs. Dollar ranges up to $50 MM/year.
Negotiate purchases of goods and/or services assuring highest quality, safety, time and cost effectiveness.
Minimize Evonik liability relative to quality management, licensing, insurance, taxes, and financial stability for Suppliers and Contractors supporting Evonik.
Evaluate performance of suppliers and contractors and recommend removal or addition to the approved bidders/suppliers list as necessary.
Manage and maintain electronic catalogs for e-Procurement programs like Ariba, RIsource for total process efficiency, productivity, cost savings and contract price compliance.
Provide training and troubleshooting for the requester user community.
Identify and document savings potential, especially in terms of sustainability and EBIT relevance.
Identify and communicate regional market trends for the assigned categories.
Support compliance standards for Evonik policy and commercial contracts.
Support vendor prequalification process.
Support corporate procurement initiatives as needed (ie: sustainability, efficiency, supplier diversity, payment terms, systems integrations, acquisitions/divestitures, etc.).
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Prior experience in the annual purchase of MRO/capital goods up to $50MM.
Must possess knowledge of business law, accounting principles, state tax laws, “Occupational Safety & Health Act” (OSHA), “Environmental Protection Agency” (EPA) and state licensing regulations, as well as a basic understanding of Quality Management Systems.
Outstanding negotiation abilities.
Hands on experience with sourcing software and AI tools
Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on Evonik’s success.
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills.
Team player with good time-management skills & great communication, interpersonal and networking skills.
The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.
Your Application
To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.
Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
Bhawna Kapur [C]Company is
Evonik CorporationSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Prior experience in annual purchase of MRO/capital goods up to $50MM
- Knowledge of business law, state tax laws, OSHA, EPA regulations
- Outstanding negotiation abilities
- Hands-on experience with sourcing software
- Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
- Great communication and interpersonal skills
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Healthcare Strength — The U.S. package consistently includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, supported by HSA/FSA and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits information highlights robust health coverage alongside base pay.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) and references to legacy pension and retiree medical for eligible groups, indicating depth beyond a basic plan. Company materials and postings emphasize retirement support as part of a comprehensive package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave are listed across recent U.S. postings. These time‑off programs appear as core elements of the package.
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What We Do
Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. While we don’t produce electric cars, aircraft, medications or 3D printers, Evonik is part and parcel of these and many other end products. That’s because we contribute the small things that make a big difference. We make electric car batteries perform better, aircraft greener, medications more effective and 3D printers more efficient. In short: We think beyond the bounds of chemistry to make the world a better place. Today and tomorrow. We are an international group with a workforce of over 32,000 people spread across more than one hundred locations. Our daily work is shaped by global concerns, such as sustainability, diversity and digitalization. In all our business decisions, we take the present and future generations into consideration. After all, being ready for tomorrow is our business. Interested in joining our global team? Our wide range of opportunities extends from creative and innovative research through international management all the way to production. Whether you’re studying, starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, come help us make the world a better place. For more information about careers at Evonik, go to: www.careers.evonik.com. #HumanChemistry Find our netiquette on: www.evonik.com/netiquette
