VP OF Procurement

July 22, 2026 Head of Procurement Logistics & Packaging North America The starting rate for this position is $138,200-250,700. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data). Conditional Summary Compensation & Benefits Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data). Pay Range: The starting rate for this position is: $138,200-250,700 Evonik offers a comprehensive benefit package, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. Benefits included, but not limited to: Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off plan 401(k) savings plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Tuition Reimbursement What We Offer Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us. Responsible for the procurement of logistics services and packaging materials for Evonik across the Americas, including packaging (drums, FIBCs, bags, etc.), transportation (all modes, domestic and international), warehousing and distribution, third-party logistics services, and equipment leasing. Develops and executes sourcing strategies that create a sustainable cost advantage by partnering with business stakeholders, optimizing spend, and driving continuous improvement across procurement processes, technologies, cost transparency, and market intelligence. Responsibilities Develops, implements and maintains logistics and packaging sourcing strategies for Americas in order to achieve business objectives and Procurement targets. Defines &leads tender roadmap for sourcing activities across logistics and packaging leveraging the total logistics and packaging spend volume in Americas and making best use of the synergies within the company. Oversees negotiations of large supply contracts and improves sourcing approach. Fosters global category and/or supplier strategies and ensures their implementation. Promotes cross functional culture and cross region business culture. Establishes and maintains excellent relationships with carriers and third-party service providers to ensure competitive cost and high service levels. This includes the establishment of strategic alliances and partnerships. Aligns with the stakeholders and management to deploy performance target. Member of the regional Procurement Management Team. Participate in Industry representations/associations (e.g. ACC) and RC14001 Management System Activities for the department Requirements Bachelors degree required with 15+ years experience (Procurement, and Supply Chain management functions such as logistics) or Master’s degree with 10+ years experience strongly preferred > 5 years of experience in leading teams with proven team leadership skills strongly preferred Previous negotiation experience required High degree of analytical skills Excellent communications skills and demonstrated ability to interact with all levels of management and other functions. Must possess basic knowledge of business law, "Occupational Safety & Health Act" (OSHA), "Environmental Protection Agency" (EPA) and state licensing regulations, as well as a basic understanding of Quality Management Systems. Strong software skills regarding Microsoft office, SAP, e-catalogue systems, other tail-end management tools The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations. Company is Evonik Corporation United States of America | Piscataway, NJ Full time 07/22/2026 Supply Chain and Procurement R48831 #J-18808-Ljbffr