Category Manager - Petrochemicals
Verdant Specialty Solutions, Inc.Houston, Texas, United States
Posted September 11, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Our vision & mission is to be a global leader in innovative and sustainable solutions that enrich human well-being. With a growing portfolio of sustainable solutions, we are a leading provider of surfactants and specialty chemicals for the personal care, home and hygiene, and industrial markets ─ and we are continuously exploring new opportunities. Our team of dedicated professionals live our values: safety, quality and reliability. Our goal is to act with integrity in everything we do, delight the people we work with and deliver best-in-class solutions while creating value for all of our stakeholders.
Job Description
Verdant Specialty Solutions is seeking a Category Buyer to lead sourcing and procurement within the petrochemical and ethylene value chains. The role offers growth potential within a dynamic and expanding company, with a focus on strategic supplier partnerships and cost reduction. It's a fast-growing, small business company committed to safety and environmental standards.
Requirements
- 5+ years in procurement or category management (chemicals, oil & gas, or related)
- STEM degree + strong finance/analytical skills
- Skilled in SAP, BI tools & Excel
- Hands-on, results-driven mindset with strong communication skills
- On-site 5 days per week
Benefits
- Competitive and comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits
- Generous matching 401k plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution and yearly roll over
- Health advocacy and services
- Company paid life insurance
- Company paid short term disability insurance
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company discount programs
