Procurement Manager

FutureFuelChemical Company in Batesville, Arkansas, is looking for a manager for our ProcurementTeam. About The Position The Procurement Manager will oversee the end-to-endsupply chain process for direct chemicals (excluding biodiesel feedstocks) andindirect materials, combining strategic procurement with efficient interactionof plant personnel. This role is responsible for sourcing ~$130M in high-qualitymaterials (both chemicals and indirects), supplies, and energy, negotiatingcost-effective supplier contracts. The ideal candidate ensures that materialsarrive on time, within budget, and in full compliance with industry standardsto support our ongoing business growth. Key Responsibilities ProcurementStrategy : Design and execute comprehensive purchasing strategies tosecure raw materials, goods, or services at competitive market rates. VendorManagement : Source, evaluate, and build long-term relationships withglobal and domestic suppliers using objective performance scorecards. ContractNegotiation : Lead complex contract negotiations regarding pricing,credit terms, lead times, and service-level agreements (SLAs). Inventory :Monitor warehouse stock levels using ERP/MRP systems to optimize inventorybalances with plant personnel. CostOptimization : Analyze supply chain data and financial metrics toidentify bottleneck exceptions and implement transportation cost-savinginitiatives. TeamLeadership : Supervise, mentor, and evaluate the performance ofpurchasing technologists. Key Qualifications Education :Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management , BusinessAdministration, or a related field. Experience :Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in procurement,purchasing, or logistics management. TechnicalSavvy : High proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP), andadvanced Microsoft Excel. NegotiationPower : Proven track record of closing highly favorable supplier andfreight carrier agreements. AnalyticalThinking : Strong mathematical and problem-solving skills to readcomplex financial datasets and forecast price trends. CommunicationSkills : Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to aligncross-functional goals across finance, operations, and external vendors. About FutureFuel FutureFuel Chemical Company (FFCC) is a specialty and fine chemical manufacturing producer with an over forty-year successful plant history. FFCC has three business segments: custom/toll manufacturing, performance chemicals, and biodiesel. FFCC serves a wide variety of markets including pharmaceutical intermediates and products, nylon and polyester fibers, cleaning products, agricultural products, paints and coating, and fuels and energy. FFCC is a small publicly traded company with approximately 500 employees that has a rich history of complex organic chemistry innovation, excellent environmental stewardship, and excellent health and safety compliance. We are a growing U.S. manufacturer of specialty organic chemicals and premium biofuels. Our company is headquartered in Clayton, St Louis and publicly listed on the NYSE under "FF". We have a world class integrated biofuels and specialty chemicals manufacturing facility in Batesville, Arkansas. #J-18808-Ljbffr