Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow’s needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations.If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply!Your Role at Cabot:Cabot Corporation is seeking a Category Sr Buyer to join the North America Procurement team at the Sarnia, Ontario manufacturing location where you are responsible for the onsite services categories through support of your assigned site and other manufacturing sites within the network.In this role you would handle the execution of end-to-end procurement activities within onsite services, ensuring policy compliance and cost–effective, value-driven solutions. This role involves managing strategic sourcing events, negotiating contracts, and leveraging Coupa for purchase requisitions, approvals, procurement data, and supplier management. The Category Sr Buyer acts as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure operational efficiency, supply continuity, and continuous performance improvement. The primary focus of the role is Site leadership, tactical sourcing, category support and execution.This role requires a highly intelligent self-motivated person with a positive attitude, positive energy, strong organization skills, and urgency to make things happen.This role is fully onsite based at our Sarnia, Ontario manufacturing location.How You’ll Make an Impact:Operational ProcurementManage end-to-end purchasing process using Coupa, including requisition review, PO creation, purchasing form and template management, contracting, and approvals.Ensure compliance with procurement policies, governance frameworks, and GBS standards.Monitor and resolve issues related to invoices, deliveries, and supplier performance.Contribute to procurement cost improvement and savings target delivery.Sourcing & NegotiationConduct RFQs/RFPs for mid-value purchases and negotiate pricing and terms.Support category managers in implementing sourcing strategies and supplier consolidation.Create and maintain pricing catalogs, order forms, and RFx templates.Supplier ManagementMaintain accurate supplier data in Coupa and ensure onboarding compliance.Monitor supplier performance and escalate issues as needed.Stakeholder CollaborationPartner with internal teams to understand requirements and provide guidance on procurement best practices.Act as a point of contact for queries related to Coupa processes and procurement policies.Process ImprovementIdentify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency within Coupa.Support GBS initiatives for automation and digital procurement transformation.People Leadership & DevelopmentMay mentor Buyers and support onboarding of new team membersPromote a culture of continuous improvement and collaborationCategory ManagementOwn tactical execution for assigned category (e.g., MRO, packaging, indirects)Monitor supplier performance and escalate strategic issues to Category ManagerWhat You’ll Bring to Cabot:Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.3–5 years’ experience in procurement or buying roles, preferably in a manufacturing environment.Experience in contractor management and/or facility services categories is required.Hands-on experience with Coupa or similar e-procurement platforms.In-depth knowledge of sourcing and category execution.Understanding of category traits (market conditions, suppliers, news & trends, & performance metrics and escalation protocols).Strong negotiation and communication skills.Knowledge of procurement governance and compliance requirements.Strong negotiation and communication skills.Knowledge of procurement governance and compliance requirements.Detail-oriented and process-driven.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Strong stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.Familiarity with digital procurement tools and analytics.In-depth knowledge of tactical sourcing and category execution.Understanding category traits (market conditions, suppliers, news & trends & performance metrics, and escalation protocols).Proficiency in site-level procurement leadership and alignment with category strategy.Knowledge of global procurement policies and audit requirements.Skills in mentoring and supporting team development.How We’ll Support Your Success:Dynamic, Flexible, Hard Working, Team Environment – We are a busy, collaborative, and a well-respected team. We are doing meaningful work to help support the Company.Generous Total Compensation Package – Comprehensive extended Health and Dental coverage, Generous Retirement Savings Program, Vacation and Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Support.Feedback – We are committed to giving and receiving feedback in a direct and open fashion.Support – We will make sure you are encouraged and supported. You will be part of a team that cares about you personally and professionally. Our success depends on your success.Salary Range: The pay range for this role is from $100,000 to $130,000. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skill, qualifications and experience.Cabot Canada Ltd., a subsidiary of Cabot Corporation located in Sarnia, Ontario, operates a 24/7 carbon black manufacturing facility.Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under Cabot Canada Ltd.'s Accessibility Standards Policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).AI tools will not be used to screen or assess applicants.#LI-ONSITEAt Cabot, we bring the power of innovative chemistry and a spirit of partnership with our customers to advance solutions that will enable a sustainable future. Our strength in research and development is a major reason why we have been an industry leader for more than 135 years in products such as reinforcing and specialty carbons, battery materials, aerogel, fumed metal oxides, inkjet colorants, masterbatches and conductive compounds.Our employees around the world are united by our shared purpose: Creating materials that improve daily life and enable a more sustainable future. Through our corporate strategy, “Creating for Tomorrow,” we are focused on our core strengths to lead in performance and sustainability – today and into the future.
