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Eastman Director, Mega Proj Capital Procurement in Longview, Texas
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2023 revenue of approximately $9.2 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
Role Profile
The Capital Project Procurement Leader will play a critical role in overseeing the contractual execution of $1B+ capital projects supporting the Circular Economy Growth Platform and other large capital projects in the future. Initially, this person will lead a team of Capital Procurement Project Managers to execute Projects POP and Sequel through development of strategic initiatives, recommendations, and will monitor implementation of strategies in line with project objectives.
Responsibilities
Project Procurement Management:
Development of requirements, sourcing strategies, and management of the supplier due diligence process, RFP process oversight, contract negotiation and award, and oversight of the contract management process for both goods and services.
Drive commercial excellence by negotiating agreements and contracts so that costs and risks are optimized while achieving project objectives
Assemble the overall procurement strategy and supporting procurement plan for capital project which gives an optimal delivery of the business & project objectives then be responsible for seeing that plan is actively managed and progress tracked to proactively identify deviations or situations requiring action
Develop and execute response plans where the above described deviations occur
Establish project-specific procurement procedures as necessary in accordance with the developed strategy
Proactively manage changes, identify potential problems, and coordinating with the project team to address them
Team Leadership
Staff a team, providing mentorship, guidance, and support in achieving departmental and project execution goals
Manage and mentor the sourcing team professionals, fostering their growth, development, and performance
Work collaboratively with the Global Capital Procurement Director (responsible for smaller business support and growth capital projects) to upgrade talent provide career paths for team members across Capital Procurement and clarify Roles and Responsibilities for Capital Procurement vs. other key internal stakeholders.
Supplier Relationship Management:
Lead supplier management efforts and serve as a central point of contact for all commercial discussions with suppliers
Source and engage reliable suppliers and vendors for capital project needs
Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms
Review existing contracts for ongoing maintenance & compliance
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Strategic Planning:
Create a strategy to continuously seek opportunities to optimize costs while maintaining high-quality standards and performance
Develop innovative and cost-effective procurement strategies for capital projects
Develop and implement effective sourcing/contracting strategies for capital services across a range of different contract types (reimbursable, unit rate, lump sum, etc) to optimize cost, quality, risk, and performance across capital projects in alignment with the project’s objectives
Makes data-driven decisions by referencing benchmarking, industry/market analysis, total life cycle cost and spend analysis
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement efforts with overall project goals
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings
Risk Management:
Identify and mitigate risks associated with sourcing and contracting activities, ensuring that all sourcing activities adhere to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies. Understanding of contract management and contract risks/gaps as well as understanding of how to coordinate with legal
Identify and implement cost/risk reduction and avoidance savings opportunities
Assess and mitigate risks related to procurement activities
Ensure compliance with safety, rules, regulations, quality standards, laws, internal policies and capital spend adherence to approved funding limits.
Communication and Reporting:
Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and regularly evaluate and report on the performance of sourcing initiatives, identifying areas to improve
Maintain effective communication among project disciplines, clients, management, and project leads
Regularly report project status to CPO and CSCO
Manage interface with key internal stakeholders
Required Qualifications, Experience and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field. MBA preferred
15+ years of global sourcing or relevant business experience (engineering, operations, finance, general management) with progressive responsibilities
5+ years of capital project procurement management experience with EPC and Design-Build projects, supporting $500M+ mega projects
Strong project management skills, negotiation abilities, a deep understanding of procurement processes and a proven track record in sourcing for capital project delivery needs in the chemical industry.
Exceptional relationship building, interpersonal skills, strong negotiation skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail
Knowledge of procurement regulations, contract law, and industry best practices
Track record of identifying and implementing cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives / projects across capital equipment & service contracts
Why you should join us:
Exciting opportunity to make a significant impact through our Circular Economy Growth Platform
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Competitive compensation package
Opportunities for professional development and growth
If you're ready to take the next step in your procurement career and contribute to our success, we want to hear from you! Apply Now.
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.