KRAIBURG TPE CORP, AMERICAS

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a Sustainable Procurement Specialist to develop and maintain a sustainable purchasing strategy that ensures cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and supply reliability. This role involves supplier evaluation, raw material management, and sustainability initiatives to enhance procurement processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in the polymer industry and a strong understanding of sustainable purchasing practices.

EXAMPLES OF WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Develop and execute a sustainable procurement strategy to optimize costs and mitigate risks.
Manage approval decisions for off-spec raw materials and oversee raw material complaints with suppliers.
Create and maintain raw material specifications and test plans.
Lead projects for sampling, evaluation, and qualification of sustainable and alternative raw materials or suppliers.
Ensure all purchasing projects are up to date and aligned with company sustainability goals.
Maintain a sustainable supplier evaluation program, including self-assessments and development plans.
Provide suppliers with updated forecasts and communicate any changes or trends.
Lead monthly raw material inventory review meetings.
Manage raw material collectors for the local site.
Support EcoVadis documentation and sustainability-related data requests.
Develop and maintain departmental procedures, including SOP updates and required training.
Oversee master data creation and maintenance.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or equivalent.
1-3 years of experience in the polymer industry, preferably in an engineering or purchasing role within the TPE compounding industry.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written).
Effective negotiation skills with suppliers.
Knowledge of sustainability practices in procurement.
Understanding of raw materials, feedstocks, and TPE products.
Experience with SAP modules (EHS, QM, MM, etc.), a plus but not required
Familiarity with test plans, test procedures, and product costing.
Proficiency in inventory management and raw material claims resolution.
Strong project management skills for procurement and sustainability initiatives.

If you're passionate about sustainable procurement and driving eco-friendly supply chain initiatives, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and contribute to our commitment to sustainability.

About KRAIBURG TPE

KRAIBURG TPE (www.kraiburg-tpe.com) is a global manufacturer of custom thermoplastic elastomers. KRAIBURG TPE founded in 2001 as an independent business unit of the KRAIBURG Group and is now the industry's competence leader in the field of TPE compounds. The company's goal is to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable products for customer applications. With more than 660 employees worldwide and production sites in Germany, the USA and Malaysia, the company offers a large product portfolio for applications in the automotive, industrial and consumer goods industries, as well as for the strictly regulated medical sector. The established THERMOLAST^®, COPEC^®, HIPEX^® and For Tec E^® product lines processed by injection molding or extrusion and offer manufacturers numerous advantages not only in processing but also in product design. KRAIBURG TPE characterized by its innovative strength, global customer orientation, customized product solutions and reliable service. The company is ISO 50001 certified at its headquarters in Germany and holds ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications at all its sites worldwide.

Compensation & Benefits: KRAIBURG TPE Corp offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

KRAIBURG TPE Corporation is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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