Sourcing Manager

Job Brief Lead and manage the Americas Procurement function with dedicated ownership of the chemical category, ensuring a high-performing team that delivers cost effective solutions while balancing internal requirements with supply market capability and risk. Who We Are Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in commercial explosives—helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide. What You’ll Do As a Sourcing Manager, you will lead and manage the Americas Procurement function with dedicated ownership of the chemical category, ensuring a high-performing team that delivers cost effective solutions while balancing internal requirements with supply market capability and risk. You will drive driving end-to-end category support across all areas of chemical management, specializing in emulsifiers, waste management and industrial cleaning, emulsions, fuel phases, and mineral oil micro balloons. Other duties include: Effectively support procurement functions for operational and manufacturing sites across North America by leading the development and implementation of comprehensive sourcing strategies, procurement processes, negotiations, and the management of supply and service contracts for ongoing operational expenses Strategic Sourcing & Category Management: Develop comprehensive category strategies and execute strategic sourcing events—including RFXs, auctions, and reverse auctions—specifically for the direct chemical category (encompassing emulsifiers, emulsions, fuel phases, mineral oil micro balloons, cleaning chemicals, and waste management materials) to secure robust supply agreements. Negotiation & Commercial Skills: Formulate and execute advanced negotiation strategies that leverage organizational positioning to secure optimal commercial outcomes, balancing cost, quality, and market conditions for direct chemical procurement. Execute agreements strictly in accordance with the delegation of authority, ensuring all commitments support manufacturing and operational requirements without service or project-related scope Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain an active network with key internal stakeholders across operations, engineering, and leadership to deeply understand manufacturing demands and translate them into agile chemical sourcing strategies Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and nurture robust relationships with key chemical suppliers, fostering strategic partnerships that enhance security of supply, sustainability, and continuous improvement across North American sites. Risk & Contract Management: Proactively identify supply chain risks across the chemical network, developing and implementing preventive and mitigating controls to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing operations and strict regulatory compliance Financial & Data Analytics: Perform rigorous spend analyses and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) assessments tailored to the chemical portfolio. Build frameworks for Working Capital (TWC) improvements—focusing on payment terms and inventory optimization—while applying sound accounting principles and financial reporting standards. Digital Procurement Systems: Manage all procurement systems diligently and accurately, utilizing platforms such as SAP, Procurement Contract Databases, SHAERS, and related S2P tools to streamline direct sourcing workflows. What We're Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in business, Accounting, Finance or Engineering, ideally with a manufacturing or chemicals focus Master's Degree (MBA, Supply Chain, Finance, or Procurement-related discipline) preferred Professional Certifications: CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional), Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred 10+ years in Sourcing or Category Management Cross functional leadership experience Work Experience in Manufacturing, Mining Services, Oil & Gas or Chemical Engineering Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player What We Offer: 3 weeks vacation time + 12 paid holidays + PTO days Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available Matching 401K Generous tuition reimbursement program Friendly and supportive coworkers Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere Value People – Respect, Recognize & Reward Think Customer. Everyone. Every day Treat the Business as our Own Care for the Community & our Environment Challenge & Improve the Status Quo Deliver on our Promises Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dyno Nobel Inc.