Sourcing Manager-Technical Services

The Indirect Sourcing Manager 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 a focus on the purchase of Technical Plant Services. We are looking for an ambitious and self-driven Sourcing Manager with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills coupled with strong business acumen.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Role Responsibility

• Set overall strategic direction and priorities for the responsible category(ies)

• Identify national contract opportunities; seeking to address indirect spend of full organization, with focus on regional, national or global synergies. Coordinate with global counterparts.

• 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, including the generation of new contracts. Dollar ranges up to $100 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.

• Utilize e-Procurement programs like Ariba,, SAP Field Glass for total process efficiency, productivity, cost savings and contract price compliance.

• Identify and document savings potential, especially in terms of sustainability and EBIT relevance.

• Identify and communicate regional market trends for the assigned categories.

• Responsible for leading transformational change and projects.

• 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 such as business, logistics, supply chain or engineering with 0-2+ years' experience in indirect procurement or a related field is required. A Masters degree in Business such as an MBA is preferred.

• Must possess knowledge of business law, accounting principles, state tax laws, “Occupational Safety & Health Act” (OSHA), “Environmental Protection Agency” (EPA) and state licensing regulations.

• Experience working with or at a Chemical Plant Operation is preferred.

• Outstanding negotiation abilities.

• Hands on experience with sourcing software strongly preferred.

• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on Evonik’s success.

• Possess a strong desire & determination to achieve goals.

• Ability to parse through large datasets to find opportunities for savings

• Must be extremely comfortable manipulating excel files. Must be competent in all other microsoft suite applications.

Summary Compensation & Benefits:​
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).​
Pay Range: $88,500 - $147,400
Evonik offers a comprehensive benefit package, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. Benefits included, but not limited to:​

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits​
• Paid time off plan ​
• 401(k) savings plans​
• Health Savings Account (HSA)​
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)​
• Employee Assistance Program​
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts​
• Disability benefits​
• Life Insurance​
• Parental leave​
• Tuition Reimbursement

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.