Regional Purchasing Manager

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, Oxychem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day. OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information. In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. The Regional Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading procurement operations and a team of purchasing professionals supporting multiple OxyChem manufacturing facilities across the Gulf Coast region. This role drives strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier management, contract negotiations, cost reduction programs, inventory optimization, and purchasing process improvements. The Regional Purchasing Manager partners closely with plant operations, suppliers, warehouse teams, and Corporate Purchasing to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services while maintaining compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Essential Job Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of three Purchasing Representatives responsible for delivering comprehensive procurement support to OxyChem facilities located in Convent, LA; Taft, LA; Geismar, LA; Luling, LA; Mobile, AL; Muscle Shoals, AL; and multiple Silicates plant locations. Provide coaching, mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities to purchasing staff to ensure effective performance and support future career advancement. Oversee departmental expense budgets, salary administration, employee development, and performance management processes for assigned personnel. Manage all aspects of the procurement lifecycle, including preparing bid packages, negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, terms and conditions, evaluating supplier proposals, awarding business, issuing purchase orders, and establishing pricing and service agreements. Analyze plant purchasing requirements, consolidate demand across facilities, and rationalize supplier relationships to maximize value, optimize service levels, and reduce overall costs. Partner with plant leadership and suppliers to identify, develop, and implement year-over-year cost savings initiatives that contribute to Corporate Purchasing’s annual savings objectives. Collaborate with regional warehouse personnel to support Corporate Purchasing initiatives focused on inventory optimization, inventory reduction, and consignment stocking programs. Drive the expansion of purchase order automation processes throughout the region to improve efficiency and support Corporate Purchasing automation targets. Utilize Avetta to prequalify contractors in accordance with OxyChem HESS Contractor Management requirements, including the review of qualification data, time-and-material rate sheets, and approved terms and conditions for onsite service providers. Provide consistent regional procurement support, in…

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