Remote within Europe (Flexible Location) with frequent international travel About Innospec Innospec is a global specialty chemicals company focused on delivering innovative solutions across diverse markets. We operate in an international, fastmoving environment where collaboration, technical expertise, and responsible sourcing are key to our success. Role Description The Oleochemical Procurement Manager will lead strategic sourcing and category management for oleochemical feedstocks and derivatives across Europe and globally. This role combines regional responsibility with global category leadership, covering the full oleochemical value chain. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing supply, managing market volatility, driving value creation, and supporting Innospec's sustainability objectives across the oleochemical value chain. The role is remote with flexibility on the base location within Europe, with regular international travel. Main Responsibilities Market Intelligence and Feedstock Monitoring Monitoring and analysing global and regional oleochemical and feedstock market dynamics Tracking regulatory and sustainability developments impacting sourcing strategies Publishing market and price trend insights to support procurement and business decisions Representing the company at key industry conferences and forums Strategic Sourcing and Category Leadership Developing and implementing regional and global sourcing strategies Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks through alternative sourcing and supplier development Leading competitive tenders and cross functional category initiatives Work closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, and Sustainability teams Negotiation and Value Creation Defining and leading negotiation strategies at regional and global levels Delivering year on year cost savings and a sustainable value pipeline Balancing