Site Procurement Lead

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 company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit  .

Description

The Site Procurement Lead is responsible for driving Procurement activities and aligning stakeholders to optimize site indirect procurement efforts and ensure compliance to internal guidelines, SOX, and legal requirements. The role optimizes indirect procurement across material and service categories. Coordinating with Sourcing managers for corporate procurement strategies for Kingsport site. Site Lead is primary contact for resolution for stakeholders concerns and needs.

The position will be site-based at our WWHQ / Corporate Business Center in Kingsport, TN.

Responsibilities

• Administer corporate and local Procurement policies and procedures
• Fostering relationships with key site stakeholders and users to clearly understand needs and delivering a high level of customer satisfaction from purchasing services. 
• Coordinates with sourcing managers to implement corporate procurement strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance process efficiencies in Procurement, share best practices, and leverage spend opportunities with other sites 
• Coordinate with Contractor Governance team concerning Mytrack program
• Managing indirect procurement aspects of ISO quality program requirements for TNO Indirect Suppliers
• Work closely with Sourcing managers concerning supplier performance and KPIs. Manage and track Procurement operations metrics in key systems as needed.
• Providing site leadership for the implementation of contracts for goods and services
• Investigating opportunities for productivity improvements for site procurement operations; manage costs and cost reduction projects; identify and remove barriers to progress
• Manage and perform day-to-day operational activities including establishment of purchase orders and outline agreements, expediting of deliveries, resolution of invoice discrepancies/complaints and non-conformance.
• Ensuring optimal outcomes consistent with strategic procurement priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related technical field preferred; comparable education and/or relevant experience will also be considered.

• Five years of procurement experience preferred.

Functional Skills and Capabilities

• Ability to analyze pricing, identify fundamental cost drivers, and determine supplier cost structure
• Ability to negotiate/close commercial contracts/supply agreements
• Strong persuasive skills and influencing ability
• Strong verbal/written communication skills
• Analytical/critical thinking skills
• Robust problem-solving skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Listen to needs and develop training strategies to help train end-users on procurement processes and procedures

Benefits

Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.

Compensation & Incentives
• Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.

Health & Wellness
• Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage—paired with a Health Savings Account option to help you save tax-free dollars for care today or in the future.
• A robust menu of voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection, and more—so you can tailor coverage to fit your life.
• Holistic wellness support: financial-planning tools, family-building assistance (adoption, pregnancy, and fertility resources), parental leave, and confidential Employee Assistance Program counseling.

Retirement & Financial Strategies
• 401(k) with a company match—plus an additional annual retirement contribution from Eastman to accelerate your long-term savings.

Time Away
• Eleven paid holidays, one personal day, paid time off, and paid vacation to recharge, celebrate, or handle life’s moments.

Growth & Development
• Access to mentorship, learning resources, and leadership programs that empower you to thrive in your current role and chart the next steps in your career.

At Eastman, we invest in the whole you—so you can bring your best self to work every day and build a future you’re proud of.

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 engaged workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.