Senior Indirect Procurement Category Lead

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westlake chemicalBrooklyn (NY)

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Westlake Chemical Corporation seeks a Sr Category Manager (Indirect Procurement) to develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy for its indirect categories. You will manage assigned categories, expand the preferred vendor base, identify cost-reduction opportunities, negotiate contracts, and monitor market conditions for opportunities and risks. Key duties include leading strategic sourcing, supplier relations management, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver value across

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