Logistics Buyer

Logistics Buyer

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. At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering trusted chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking the hiring of a Logistics Buyer to join our growing Procurement team. This HYBRID position is located at our Wilmington, DE location and reports directly to the Logistics Procurement Manager. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of logistics service providers across modes, in collaboration with the respective modal category manager. This role will support the development of procurement strategies in conjunction with the businesses. It will evaluate and select suppliers in terms of quality, service, cost and capability ensuring competitive pricing and service versus industry trends and market place dynamics. The buyer assists in resolving quality, service, supply and invoicing issues with suppliers, while also identifying trends and driving continuous improvement.

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

• Assist the Global Category Manager in developing the logistics category strategies with a focus on the assigned subcategories of Ocean, Air, Road, and/or Rail
• Analyze freight spend and identify cost savings opportunities
• Support the Global Category Manager in strategic sourcing events
• Source and negotiate contracts with freight carriers and 3PL providers for mini-bids and spot quote opportunities
• Evaluate bids and proposals for transportation
• Support supplier performance management activities including historical data maintenance, spend data analysis, setting KPI targets, monitoring compliance (legal and regulatory) and assessing supplier performance
• Drive optimal total cost of ownership across categories while monitoring and measuring YOY savings and working capital targets for respective categories
• Drive process improvements and resolve disputes through coordination with the suppliers and business representation
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with both internal and external partners
• Maintain market intelligence and rate benchmark analysis on assigned subcategories of Ocean, Air, Road and/or Rail against industry standards
• Identify and mitigate supply risk, especially risks related to customs, tariffs, and single-sourced or critical services
• Use analytical tools to track shipment performance, lead times, and cost trends
• Assist Freight Payables team with investigating invoice issues and help drive systemic resolution

The following is required for this role:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or related field or 6+ years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree
• 3+ years of experience in logistics or supply chain
• 1+ year of experience in procurement logistics
• Subject-matter expertise in international and domestic modes of transportation and related cost structures & basic contract terms
• Demonstrated skill in contract negotiation, business strategy and financial acumen
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Power BI
• Key competencies for the role include collaboration, communication, and driving results

The following is preferred for this role:

• Experience across multiple transportation modes
• Experience with a chemical manufacturing company
• Knowledge of hazardous material transportation and regulations
• Experience with RFx and contract lifecycle management software
• Advanced skill in MS Excel

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company-paid Volunteer Day

We'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 itby 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. Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/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. Don't meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities. 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): $81,715.00 - $127,680.00 Chemours Level: 24 Annual Bonus Target: 6% 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." Every day Chemours delivers trusted chemistry that enables products and technologies that people rely on to live better and thrive. A global leader in industrial and specialty chemicals, our chemistry enables vital innovations from high-performance computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced electronics to batteries for electric and low-emissions vehicles, climate friendly cooling, paints and durable coatings for advanced infrastructure, and more. Through our three businesses Thermal & Specialized Solutions, Titanium Technologies, and Advanced Performance Materials we deliver chemistry-based innovations that solve our customers' biggest challenges.