Vibrantz Technologies
Global Category Manager - Additives, Solvents and Resins
Houston, TX
Sponsorship not specified$127k-$159kDetected 27 days ago
Stakeholder ManagementNegotiationSupply ChainProcess ImprovementProcurementERPContract ManagementCommunicationCollaboration
About the role
- Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and. vibrancy to live. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.
- Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. WE are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement category sourcing strategies for additives, solvents, and resins in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders
- Lead strategic sourcing activities, including supplier evaluations, RFP/RFI processes, contract negotiations, and contract execution
- Analyze spend, market trends, commodity data, and supplier performance to identify risks, support decision-making, and drive cost savings initiatives
- Manage supplier relationships and performance while promoting continuous improvement, process optimization, and value creation opportunities
- Partner with internal stakeholders to support procurement initiatives, ensure business alignment, and advance digital transformation efforts
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across functions
- The Global Category Manager - Additives, Solvents, and Resins is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that support business objectives, supply continuity, and cost competitiveness across assigned categories.
- This role leads strategic sourcing activities, supplier negotiations, and contract management while leveraging market intelligence and spend analysis to identify value creation opportunities.
- The position partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to align procurement strategies with operational and financial goals.
- It also drives supplier performance, continuous improvement, and digital transformation initiatives within the procurement function.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of sourcing experience in procurement, supply chain, or category management
- Experience working with ERP systems and procurement-related business processes
Compensation
- Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of
Benefits
- Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.
- Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.
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