Category Manager - Capital (58936)

Job Location: LSB Corporate Office, OKC, OK 73116 Overview LSB Industries is seeking an experienced and dynamic Category Manager – Capital to join our Procurement team. The primary function of this role is to provide procurement support to LSB’s Capital Projects team for equipment, materials, and services in the development and execution of capital projects to enable best‑value outcomes while mitigating risk. Reporting to the Corporate Procurement Director, this position will develop and execute strategies for assigned categories that meet LSB’s requirements at the best overall value. Responsibilities & Duties Serves as primary point of contact (for assigned categories) between Procurement and Project Managers & Engineers (the “Projects team”) and the commercial interface with suppliers & contractors to ensure cost, quality, and delivery objectives are met. Collaborates with the Projects team to develop project procurement strategies, plans, and schedules. Identifies opportunities to aggregate volumes for enhanced commercial terms (e.g., pricing, delivery, etc.) based on the multi‑year Capital Plan. Leads and manages the RFQ/RFP process from issuance to facilitating technical bid analysis & evaluation with the Project team; develops award recommendation in collaboration with the Project team. Leads supplier/contractor negotiations to ensure optimal commercial and contract terms. Drafts & executes agreements (including Purchase Orders) with commercial terms and technical documentation while adhering to corporate policies & risk mitigation strategies. Manages agreements in accordance with applicable payment & overall project schedules. Manages and tracks equipment & material status through delivery, including warehousing and temporary/long‑term storage as necessary. Monitors and manages supplier performance to include timely resolution of issues/risks to cost and/or schedule. Communicates execution to the Project Procurement Plan (including issues/risks) to the Project team. Qualifies prospective suppliers via on‑site assessments of their manufacturing/testing facility and quality management system; subsequently performs periodic quality audits at qualified suppliers’ facilities. Monitors and reports on category performance, including benefits contribution (cost savings/avoidance), cost/price benchmarking, and supplier performance metrics. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a relevant discipline. Experience: Minimum of 5–10 years of procurement experience with 3+ years of related capital projects. Experience with equipment/supplies and services in a chemical plant, refinery, or similar industry (Preferred). Experience with an ERP procurement module (JDE preferred). Required Skills & Competencies Proficiency in the end‑to‑end strategic sourcing process (including supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution) applied to capital equipment. Solid understanding of the FEL phase‑gate process. Commercial mindset coupled with strong analytical skills. Proven experience in planning and leading negotiations to secure optimal terms. Plant operator‑centric mindset with technical and/or mechanical aptitude to understand project & process engineering concepts, equipment applications, and operator/plant needs. Ability to work effectively with all levels of organization to resolve issues and influence a course of action. Ability to foster effective teamwork and collaboration. Proven ability to challenge conventional practices and influence change. Strong initiative and positive attitude, with an orientation toward pursuing goals and achieving results. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high‑paced environment with several projects and tasks while working constructively under pressure. Passion for continuous improvement. Good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to generate and present reports for senior leadership. Proficiency in MS Office, including advanced Excel skills. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement LSB Chemical L.L.C. is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti‑discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. LSB prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. LSB conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr