Strategic Procurement and PMO Manager
Deer Park, OH - USA
Job Summary
Shape the Future with Us.
At Lubrizol were bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water efficient transportation reliable infrastructure critical medicines and the products people rely on every day through science sustainability and a culture of inclusion.
As part of our global team youll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career your community and the world around you.
Location: Deer Park TX US Wickliffe OH US HazelwoodUK London UK Manchester UK.
Job Type:Full-time /4 days in the office / 1 day flexible.
How Youll Make an Impact
As a Strategic Procurement and PMO Manager youll be at the forefront of our innovation driving the strategic transformation of the Procurement function through disciplined execution data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. Youll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility improve wellbeing and enhance modern life.
In This Role You Will:
- Lead the annual strategic planning process for Procurement ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities such as environmental social and governance initiatives cost optimization and supply resilience.
- Develop and maintain a long-term procurement transformation roadmap that translates strategy into executable measurable initiatives.
- Continuously evaluate and refine the Procurement Center of Excellence operating model governance structures and processes.
- Monitor global supply chain trends and emerging procurement technologies to recommend future-ready strategies.
- Own governance and delivery of the procurement transformation portfolio ensuring initiatives remain on schedule within budget and aligned to intended outcomes.
- Define track and report key performance indicators and return on investment metrics across strategic initiatives.
- Optimize allocation of financial and human resources across the procurement project portfolio to maximize business impact.
- Serve as the primary liaison between Procurement Finance Information Technology and business stakeholders.
- Lead change management efforts to drive adoption of new tools processes and ways of working.
- Prepare executive-level dashboards reports and presentations for senior leadership including the C-suite and Board of Directors.
Required Qualifications that Enables Your Success
- Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain Management Risk Management Finance or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in Procurement Management Consulting or a Corporate Project Management Office role.
- Experience within specialty chemicals manufacturing or related industries.
- Strong familiarity with Source-to-Pay and Procure-to-Pay platforms such as GEP SAP Ariba Coupa or Jagger.
- Experience using project and portfolio management tools such as Asana or Microsoft Project.
- Excellent stakeholder management communication and negotiation skills.
- Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced dynamic environment while leading cross-functional teams through influence.
Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward
- Masters degree Master of Business Administration or advanced degree in a related discipline.
- Project Management Professional PRINCE2 or Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol were committed to providing a safe inclusive and empowering environment where you can do your best workwhether in a lab on the production floor or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role your work environment may include:
- Standing walking or operating equipment for extended periods.
- Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
- Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
- Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
- Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.
We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being productivity and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.
Benefits that Empower You
- Work in a respected industry-leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway
- A culture of accountability empowerment inclusion and diversity
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional development learning and global career mobility
- Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions
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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science.Delivered by You.
We tackle the worlds toughest challenges with science-based solutions deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture dedication to safety and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern worldbrought to life by science and most importantly delivered by you.
Whether youre in the lab on the production floor or in the office youll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly drive results and contribute to solutions that shape a better more sustainable future.
We win because of you. Lets build the future together.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
As a leader in specialty chemicals, Lubrizol's mission is to be an essential ingredient in our customers' success. We are a market-driven, specialty chemical company with innovative technologies that include lubricant additives for engine oils and driveline fluids, industrial lubrica ... View more