Director of Purchasing
Olin Chemicals

Title: Director of Purchasing
Location: Houston, TX

Salary: $232,000-$291,000

Relocation Available

Focus: The Director of Purchasing is responsible for overseeing the procurement processes of goods and services needed by the business and is critical to improving procurement systems, optimizing budgets, and managing risks. This position will also play an important role in improving supplier relationships and quality control, leading to better products and services that meet customer needs.

Director of Purchasing Essential Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with the organization's goals to optimize cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Identify, evaluate and negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and maintain a very dynamic vendor management system.
• Lead and mentor the procurement team, setting objectives and strategies to achieve departmental goals and maximize the potential of the team members.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with relevant regulations and internal policies, managing risks associated with supplier performance and contract obligations.
• Work closely with other departments to align procurement strategies with overall business objectives.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, assess pricing, and find cost saving opportunities.

Director of Purchasing Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree* in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Business; Master's Degree* or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant, progressive experience in chemical procurement or strategic sourcing; 15+ years' experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years' direct leadership experience; Experience leading global teams across multiple time zones preferred.
• Direct experience in coordinating, managing, or overseeing the sourcing of hydrocarbon feedstocks or similar bulk commodity chemicals.
• Strong financial acumen and commercial aptitude related to cost drivers, contracts, and market economics.
• Proven negotiation skills with track record of securing favorable terms.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills; Ability to guide teams and foster collaboration while navigating dynamic market challenges.
• Demonstrated success in driving margin improvements, supplier performance, and managing change.
• Comfortable in making decisions in ambiguous situations after careful review of the available alternatives.
• Impeccable ethics in dealing with conflict of interest or compliance situations.

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*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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