T
Not Specified Permanent

Wilmington, Delaware · USA job

Associate Category Manager

The Chemours Company

Wilmington, Delaware

Job description

Overview

In this role you will lead the sourcing of construction, maintenance, and TAR activities across multiple sites to ensure safe, cost-effective and on-time delivery. You will shape contracting strategies, negotiate terms, and drive supplier performance to support site projects and continuous improvement. You collaborate with operations, engineering, and finance to align procurement with business goals and compliance standards. This opportunity lets you impact capital projects and facility operations while advancing market intelligence and cost optimization in a global chemical company.

Compensation / Benefits
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Benefits Packages
  • 401(k) Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Commuter Benefits
Responsibilities
  • Lead sourcing and procurement of construction services, contractor labor, and materials with RFx and bid evaluations
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for TAR activities aligned to business priorities
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms to maximize value and minimize risk
  • Monitor supplier performance on safety, quality, cost, and delivery; resolve issues and maintain relationships
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (operations, engineering, finance, legal, project teams) to support planning and execution
  • Identify cost savings via competitive bidding, value engineering, and total cost of ownership analysis
  • Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements while managing risks
  • Leverage market intelligence, benchmarking, and data analytics to drive continuous improvement
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field
  • 7+ years in procurement with at least 3 years supporting construction, facilities, maintenance, or capital projects
  • Experience sourcing contractors, engineering services, or EPC
  • Knowledge of construction contracts and commercial terms
  • Preferred: experience in manufacturing/chemical industry, capital projects, knowledge of indemnity and change orders, CPSM/CIPS
  • cross-functional collaboration
  • vendor management
  • problem solving
  • RFx processes
  • contract negotiations
  • cost optimization

Explore related USA jobs

Similar jobs you may like

Related roles with a similar title and location.

Same category Same postal code Same area Same location Same country

Mechanic

Delaware Park Casino & Racing

Wilmington, Delaware, United States · 19801

Same category Same area Same location Same country

Shop, Deliver, Earn Cash - Instacart

Instacart Shoppers

Wilmington, Delaware, United States · 19809

Same category Same area Same location Same country

Shop and Deliver - No Experience Required

Instacart Shoppers

Wilmington, Delaware, United States · 19805

Same category Same location Same country

Driver and Shop Assistant

Nickle Electrical Companies

Newark, Delaware, United States · 19702

Same category Same location Same country

Retail Merchandiser

SAS Retail Services

Bear, Delaware, United States · 19701

Same category Same location Same country

Retail Sales Merchandiser

SAS Retail Services

Bear, Delaware, United States · 19701

Same category Same location Same country

Retail Stocking/Shelving Merchandiser

SAS Retail Services

Middletown, Delaware, United States · 19709

Same category Same location Same country

Retail Merchandiser

SAS Retail Services

Townsend, Delaware, United States · 19734

Need help finding a job?

Chat with our AI assistant.