Procurement Representative

The Role

The Procurement Representative procures raw materials based on business demand by executing individual purchases and agreements in accordance with Eastman procurement processes. The role supports reliable material availability, appropriate inventory levels, timely delivery, and accurate payment execution.

In addition, the Procurement Representative acts as the operational day-to-day coordination point for Purchase for Resale (PFR) agreements, managing co-supplier transactions in close collaboration with the Alternative Methods of Supply (AMS) Agreement Manager, Customer Service Representatives (CSRs), Logistics Planners, Material Planners, and the Global Quality team.

The role develops working knowledge of procurement processes, tools, suppliers, assigned materials, and PFR transactions. It requires sound judgment, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a high level of accuracy to ensure compliant and effective execution in SAP.

Responsibilities

• Place orders for raw material purchases while maintaining appropriate inventories, as applicable, and ensuring timely delivery and proper payment execution.
• Act as the operational day-to-day coordination point for Purchase for Resale (PFR) agreements, managing co-supplier transactions in close collaboration with the AMS Agreement Manager, CSRs, Logistics Planners, Material Planners, and Global Quality.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships through daily interaction with CSRs and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless order coordination and execution throughout the PFR process in SAP.
• Ensure strict adherence to established procedures and compliance requirements, recognizing the regulatory, quality, and contractual obligations associated with PFR transactions.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to safeguard the compliant execution of all PFR transactions.
• Obtain and evaluate commercial information related to potential business opportunities, including price, availability, packaging, sales specifications, and other relevant factors.
• Select suppliers and determine delivery timing for specific materials using sound judgment and established procurement processes.
• Investigate and resolve issues involving Accounting, Receiving, Logistics, suppliers, Planning, Legal, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, business units, and other internal stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute inventory reports, price reports, and supply forecasts, as applicable.
• Support the development of procurement plans, strategies, supplier profiles, and other components of the assigned work unit.
• Build expertise in assigned materials, suppliers, procurement processes, PFR activities, and related tools.
• Identify and initiate opportunities for continuous improvement by engaging with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support productivity improvements within procurement processes and activities.
• Comply with all applicable company and government requirements, including SOX, ISO, HSE, regulatory, quality, and contractual requirements.
• Participate in continued development through mentoring, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• University degree in business, engineering, a related technical field, or an equivalent discipline or a comparable qualification with several years of professional experience in business.
• Eastman procurement experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively with peers and management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across global, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to influence teams and stakeholders without direct authority.
• Demonstrated judgment, problem-solving ability, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience using SAP, particularly in connection with order coordination or procurement transactions.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain, materials management, customer service, logistics, or a related business environment.
• Experience working with suppliers and internal stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Familiarity with Purchase for Resale transactions, co-supplier arrangements, or agreement management.