job summary: Strategic Sourcing Manager based in Raleigh, NC for a leading industrial manufacturer. This role is responsible to plan and direct the activities of the division purchases of chemical raw materials, supplies, equipment, or services. This is a direct hire job opportunity. Relocation assistance is available. APPLY NOW! Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, supply chain management, business or other related disciplineMust have at leasy five (5) years of strategic purchasing/sourcing experience within a manufacturing environment (Chemical or Automotive experience is preferred)Must have negotiating skillsPurchasing contract knowledgeAbility to lead a sourcing team through purchasing strategies location: Raleigh, North Carolina job type: Permanent salary: $110,000 - 125,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Manages the direction and daily activities of the procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment and operating suppliesIdentifies chemical raw material requirements from production specifications, operational schedules, and engineering quality requirementsDetermines the most cost efficient and reliable materials needed for the manufacturing process.Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and complianceNegotiates with suppliers in response to general performance, material requirements, or costWorks with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 5 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Purchasing / ProcurementManagerSupply Chain Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.