Regional Buyer
Chemours is seeking a Regional Buyer to join our team. This position will be available at our LaPorte, TX location.
The Regional Buyer is the primary procurement execution partner for assigned operating sites and serves as the "voice of the customer" within the Procurement organization. This role manages day-to-day purchasing execution, coordinates with suppliers, and supports category strategies to ensure continuity of supply, commercial compliance, and timely sourcing support for site and category stakeholders.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Support site procurement strategies aligned with business and category objectives.
- Execute sourcing events, including RFQs/RFPs, supplier selection, contract implementation, and procurement documentation.
- Drive cost savings, TCO initiatives, and working capital improvements through strategic sourcing.
- Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Planning teams to support procurement needs and ensure material availability.
- Manage supplier relationships, onboarding, performance, and compliance with procurement policies.
- Monitor supplier performance, identify supply risks, and escalate commercial issues as needed.
- Analyze spend data to identify sourcing opportunities and support procurement decision-making.
- Contribute to procurement transformation initiatives focused on strategic sourcing and continuous improvement.
Key Competencies
- Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Experience with RFQs/RFPs, contract negotiations, category management, and supplier selection.
- Supplier Management: Build supplier partnerships, monitor performance, resolve issues, and mitigate supply risks.
- Negotiation: Drive cost savings while balancing quality, service, and delivery.
- Operational Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing operations and critical material needs.
- Supply Chain & Systems: Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP preferred), forecasting, inventory planning, and replenishment.
- Analytical Skills: Leverage spend analysis, TCO principles, and data to identify savings opportunities.
- Compliance & Risk: Ensure adherence to procurement policies, contracts, and regulatory requirements while managing supplier risk.
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships across functions, communicate effectively, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem Solving & Agility: Respond quickly to supply disruptions and implement practical, business-focused solutions.
The Following Is Required For This Role:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration (or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree)
- 3 plus years of experience in procurement, supply chain, operations, or a related commercial role supporting manufacturing or operations
- Experience supporting multiple sites or regional operations
- Experience in working with category management, contract administration, and supplier performance management
- Demonstrated experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with personal computers and the MS Office Suite (including Power BI); advanced Excel skills preferred
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): $90,091.00 - $140,767.00
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."