Procurement Innovation Manager

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Procurement Innovation Manager for the North America region to lead our procurement innovation program, transforming ideas into measurable results through management of the Supplier-Enabled Innovation (SEI) pipeline and strategic partnerships with suppliers. As an individual contributor with no direct reports, you will influence and collaborate across multiple departments through expertise and relationship-building rather than formal authority.

This position will be based in Ciudad de Mexico with global reporting.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth through innovation by converting generated ideas into revenue and profit
• Coordinate the supplier innovation program with internal and external stakeholders
• Act as dedicated Innovation Business Partner for individual market segments
• Establish goals aligned with company growth targets based on market segment strategic directions
• Identify emerging technologies and innovative solutions through comprehensive supplier market research
• Manage the Supplier-Enabled Innovation (SEI) pipeline and coordinate related programs
• Operate the Project Management Office to track and measure innovation success
• Incubate promising innovation initiatives before transitioning them to Procurement Managers
• Create value-based supplier agreements with shared innovation risks and rewards
• Enable early supplier participation in product development processes
• Maintain balance between quick-win innovations and long-term transformational projects
• Implement systems for measuring and reporting innovation value creation

Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related chemical fields
• 2+ years of experience in procurement and business analysis
• Strategic thinking with financial acumen
• Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency in English is essential

Preferred Qualifications

• Value stream mapping expertise 
• Education or training in innovation management
• PMP certification or similar in project management
• Data analytics skills to identify opportunities and measure outcomes
• Knowledge of agile methodologies and sustainability practices
  

   

  Note: Please submit your CV in English to be considered for this position.

Our Offer

Company culture

• Inclusive workplace culture that celebrates diversity
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Speak Up Culture
• Commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices

 Benefits

• Direct hiring in a multinational company
• Company car
• 13% savings fund
• 10% grocery vouchers
• 70% vacation bonus
• Vacation days (14 days since first year)
• Gym benefit
• Subsidized cafeteria in office
• Major medical insurance
• Employee assistance program (telephone counseling by experts in psychological/emotional, legal, family finance, veterinary, and medical matters)
• Annual bonus based on performance results
• 30 days of Christmas bonus

Your Contact
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Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. 

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