Full-Time
Category Manager
Direct Materials
SI Group
1,001-5,000 employees
Global performance additives and APIs supplier
No salary listed
The Woodlands, TX, USA
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- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum of 5 years procurement experience with a minimum of 3 years in category management
- Experience working in the chemicals market with direct raw materials
- Track record of successfully negotiating agreements with suppliers
- Demonstrated analytical skills and business acumen
- Mastery with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP
- Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives, considering medium-term impact and value creation.
- Develop and execute negotiation strategies for key suppliers and contracts, achieving significant value and mitigating risks through sophisticated techniques.
- Comprehensive understanding of global and regional market dynamics, supply chain risks, innovation, and competitive landscape within relevant categories.
- Develop and manage strategic relationships with critical suppliers, focusing on performance management, value creation, and joint improvement initiatives.
- Leverage data analytics to develop category insights, track performance against targets, and inform strategic sourcing decisions.
- Develop a strong understanding of the financial implications of sourcing decisions, including ROI, Total Cost of Ownership, and value engineering principles.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, influencing their decisions and aligning procurement strategies with their business objectives.
- Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies within category plans, considering supply chain vulnerabilities and business continuity.
- Manage complex sourcing projects with cross-functional teams, applying project management methodologies and ensuring successful delivery of outcomes.
- Lead and motivate cross-functional sourcing teams, providing guidance, coaching, and fostering collaboration.
SI Group supplies specialty chemical products and solutions, focusing on performance additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and chemical intermediates. Its offerings enhance quality, performance, and durability across industries such as pharmaceuticals, automotive, and consumer goods. How it works: the company develops tailored chemical formulations and process solutions for customers, leveraging advanced materials and safety/compliance practices. It operates globally with facilities in nine countries and serves customers in over 80 countries, collaborating closely to meet specific application needs. Differences from competitors: emphasis on customer-centric, safety-compliant solutions delivered through global production networks and a broad portfolio across multiple market segments. Goal: to help customers improve product performance while maintaining safety and environmental responsibility through reliable, compliant chemical solutions.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
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Total Funding
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Headquarters
The Woodlands, Texas
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- China Biphenol joint venture expands capacity for electronics and automotive demand.
- $1.7 billion net debt reduction improves liquidity and growth flexibility.
- Broad specialty portfolio supports cross-selling across plastics, rubber, fuels, and pharmaceuticals.
What critics are saying
- Technology transfer to Shengxiao strengthens a future Chinese competitor.
- Cyclic automotive and plastics demand can quickly reduce utilization and pricing.
- Eighteen plants create outage, environmental, and permitting concentration risk.
What makes SI Group unique
- Global leader in performance additives, process solutions, APIs, and intermediates.
- Operates 18 manufacturing facilities across three continents, serving 80+ countries.
- Owns proprietary chemistries like liquid phosphites, antioxidants, and Biphenol.
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↓ -5%SI Group promotes Robert Kaiser to strategic marketing SVP. SI Group has promoted Robert Kaiser to senior vice president, strategic marketing, a role in which he will also join the company's executive leadership team. SI Group, a global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions and chemical intermediates, said Kaiser will lead market-focused growth initiatives while strengthening the alignment between customer needs and the company's long-term business strategy. Kaiser joined SI Group in 2014 and has since held leadership positions of increasing responsibility across strategic marketing and business development. The company said he has played a key role in shaping its portfolio and market strategy, and in driving cross-functional alignment on critical growth initiatives. Before joining SI Group, Kaiser held commercial leadership roles at AkzoNobel and Arizona Chemical, now part of Kraton Corporation. David Bradley, president and chief executive officer of SI Group, said Kaiser has consistently demonstrated exceptional strategic leadership and a deep understanding of the company's markets. "His ability to turn information into actionable insight has been instrumental in strengthening our commercial organisation and advancing our strategic priorities," Bradley said. "We look forward to the unique global perspective and market-centric lens he will bring to our Executive Leadership Team." Kaiser said he was honoured to join the executive leadership team at a time when customers are navigating an increasingly complex business environment. "I'm grateful for the opportunity to step into this role at a time when SI Group has the global footprint and strong foundation needed to create value for our customers and the markets we serve," Kaiser said. "I look forward to working with colleagues across SI Group to deepen customer relationships and continue advancing our commercial strategy." Kaiser holds a master of business administration (MBA) from Ruhr University Bochum in Germany. SI Group's chemistries are used in industrial and consumer goods across the plastics, rubber and adhesives, fuels, lubricants, coatings and oilfield industries. Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas, U.S.A., the company operates 18 manufacturing facilities across three continents and serves customers in more than 80 countries, supported by approximately 1,500 employees worldwide.
SI Group, a global manufacturer of performance additives and chemical intermediates, has completed a comprehensive recapitalisation that reduces its net debt by approximately $1.7 billion, representing over 80% of its outstanding indebtedness. The transaction, supported by lenders and equity partners, includes amendments to the company's revolving credit facility to enhance financial flexibility. A new institutional ownership group has invested $150 million in junior capital, demonstrating confidence in SI Group's prospects. The Woodlands, Texas-based company will use the investment to fund working capital needs, operational initiatives and growth acceleration. President and CEO David Bradley said the recapitalisation strengthens the firm's financial foundation, enabling continued investment in growth and operational capabilities whilst supporting customers globally.
SIJ Group, a Slovenia-based steelmaker, has secured €25 million in financing from banks including NLB d.d., UniCredit Banka Slovenija d.d., OTP banka d.d., and SID Bank to bolster financial stability amid challenges like increased Asian imports, US tariffs, and high energy costs. In H1, SIJ Group faced a net loss of €23.8 million, with sales revenues down 11% to €518 million. The company is in talks for a long-term refinancing solution to ensure sustainable operations.
SI Group, a leading global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates, will showcase its latest innovations in polymer additive technologies at Chinaplas 2025.
THE WOODLANDS, Texas, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - SI Group, a leading global developer and manufacturer of performance additives, process solutions, pharmaceuticals, and chemical intermediates, has received a Bronze medal from EcoVadis, a globally trusted platform for evaluating corporate sustainability performance.