Contracted Construction and Maintenance Services Buyer

About the role

Chemours is seeking a Contracted Construction and Maintenance Services (CCMS) Buyer to join our growing Procurement team. This hybrid position is located in Wilmington, DE and reports to the Procurement Manager, Site Services.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and procurement of construction services, contractor labor, and materials, including execution of RFx processes and bid evaluations
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for construction, maintenance, and turnaround (TAR) activities aligned to business priorities
• Negotiate and manage contracts, pricing, and commercial terms to deliver optimal value and mitigate risk
• Monitor and drive supplier performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery while resolving issues and maintaining strong relationships
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, finance, legal, and project teams to support planning, execution, and issue resolution
• Identify and deliver cost savings through competitive bidding, value engineering, and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements while managing commercial and operational risks
• Leverage market intelligence, benchmarking, and data analytics to monitor trends, improve performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 3 years supporting construction, facilities, maintenance, or capital project categories
• Experience sourcing contractors, engineering services, or EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction contracts and commercial terms
• Experience in manufacturing, preferably in the chemical industry or a site-based operating environment
• Experience with capital projects or facility operations
• Knowledge of legal terms in construction contracts (e.g., indemnity, liability, change orders)
• Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS)

Skills

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commute Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company-paid Volunteer Day

Pay

Pay Range (in Local Currency): $110,544.00 - $172,725.00

Schedule

Hybrid