Regional Buyer at Chemours in La Porte, TX

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking a Regional Buyer to join our team. This position will be available at our LaPorte, TX location

The Regional Buyer is the primary procurement execution partner for assigned operating sites and serves as the “voice of the customer” within the Procurement organization. This role manages day-to-day purchasing execution, coordinates with suppliers, and supports category strategies to ensure continuity of supply, commercial compliance, and timely sourcing support for site and category stakeholders.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support site procurement strategies aligned with business and category objectives.
• Execute sourcing events, including RFQs/RFPs, supplier selection,
• contract implementation, and procurement documentation.
• Drive cost savings, TCO initiatives, and working capital improvements through strategic sourcing.
• Partner with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Planning teams to support procurement needs and ensure material availability.
• Manage supplier relationships, onboarding, performance, and compliance with procurement policies.
• Monitor supplier performance, identify supply risks, and escalate commercial issues as needed.
• Analyze spend data to identify sourcing opportunities and support procurement decision-making.
• Contribute to procurement transformation initiatives focused on strategic sourcing and continuous improvement.

Key Competencies

• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: Experience with RFQs/RFPs, contract negotiations, category management, and supplier selection.
• Supplier Management: Build supplier partnerships, monitor performance, resolve issues, and mitigate supply risks.
• Negotiation: Drive cost savings while balancing quality, service, and delivery.
• Operational Support: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support manufacturing operations and critical material needs.
• Supply Chain & Systems: Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP preferred), forecasting, inventory planning, and replenishment.
• Analytical Skills: Leverage spend analysis, TCO principles, and data to identify savings opportunities.
• Compliance & Risk: Ensure adherence to procurement policies, contracts, and regulatory requirements while managing supplier risk.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships across functions, communicate effectively, and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem Solving & Agility: Respond quickly to supply disruptions and implement practical, business-focused solutions.

The following is required for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration (or 5 years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree)
• 3 plus years of experience in procurement, supply chain, operations, or a related commercial role supporting manufacturing or operations
• Experience supporting multiple sites or regional operations
• Experience in working with category management, contract administration, and supplier performance management
• Demonstrated experience working in an manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with personal computers and the MS Office Suite (including Power BI); advanced Excel skills preferred

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency): $90,091.00 - $140,767.00

Chemours Level: 24

Annual Bonus Target: 6%

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."