Director, Global Procurement - Direct Materials - Hybrid in Conshohocken - Exciting Challenge

Company Overview:

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of chemical specialties, process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial companies and to this day our experience and expertise show in the actions and dedication of our Associates worldwide. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

Position Summary:

The Director Global Procurement – Direct Materials is responsible for $800M in direct spend. Provides leadership, vision, direction, and structure as part of the Global Procurement Leadership Team. Responsible for the development and execution of global sourcing strategies of direct materials and packaging. Through a team of Category Managers is accountable for driving the planning and execution of the procurement strategy goals and objectives.

Accountabilities:

• Oversee the development and execution of sourcing strategies across direct material and packaging categories within span of control including budgets, targets, timelines and resource plans.
• Develop cross functional team for procurement and technology to drive specification harmonization, low cost sourcing, reduce single source risk, and continuous pipeline of projects to improve QH’s profitability.
• Conduct business review meetings with key stakeholders / business lines to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost down and improvement opportunities.
• Provide leadership to ensure development, implementation and management of Procurement/negotiating strategies and plans to ensure the company maintains an adequate inventory of ingredients, packaging, and production supplies at competitive prices.
• Shared ownership of driving the QH’s Procurement value creation to support the company profitability Works with the Business line leadership to set the goals, objectives and measures that maximizes Business profitability.
• Manage within the global direct material matrix to support global strategies in tandem with regional strategies for raw materials.
• Establish and maintain measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities to include but not limited to supplier performance, supplier quality, internal order placement performance, buyer productivity measures, transactional and tactical platform support, financial (AP) performance, and material assurance.
• Accountable for meeting all Business line related Procurement goals and objectives.
• Maintain strong working relationships with strategic suppliers to assure cost, quality, and delivery targets are met.
• Partner with internal stakeholders at a senior leadership level to develop future strategy in alignment with business plans.
• Leverage portfolio scale for raw materials and packaging to generate cost and cash savings.
• Support tactical and transformational activities across multiple sites/plants.

Work Environment:

• Typical light office work
• Infrequent manufacturing environment exposure
• Domestic and international travel up to 25%

Required Education and Experience:

• 8+ years procurement experience
• Experience in procurement transformation (preferred)
• Strong background in chemicals and/or direct procurement
• 5+ years of direct line management experience
• Relevant professional procurement certification preferred (e.g.; ISM, CIPS).
• +3 Years Working in global teams inclusive of a global matrix (leading by influence)

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrated experience partnering with senior business leaders to advise and drive key business decisions.
• Experience managing supplier and customer relationships and the competitive bidding process.
• Proven record of driving cost savings throughout an organization.
• Experience with progressive sourcing tools, such as cost structures, supplier business plans, electronic auctions, multi-year cost savings agreements, etc.
• Service-oriented mindset, with a desire to ensure client satisfaction.
• A Proven champion in change management and continuous improvement
• Results-oriented leadership approach in complex environments
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (team player with ability to effectively influence others to action)
• Strong software skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Mastery Fluency in English.

What's in it for you:

• Hybrid working in Conshohocken, PA 3 days per week
• Competitive pay programs with excellent career growth trajectory
• Opportunities to see your efforts contribute toward the success of the business.
• Work for a global leader in the industrial process fluids industry
• On-site Fitness Center and Cafeteria

Quaker Houghton is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. Quaker Houghton provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified candidates. Quaker Houghton does not discriminate against any candidate for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, veteran’s status, physical/mental disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by U.S federal, state, and/or local employment law. Furthermore, Quaker Houghton is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates with physical and/or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who need assistance applying for a position may email [email protected].