<p style="text-align:left;">Be an essential element to a brighter future. </p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;">We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our <a href="https://www.albemarle.com/about/our-values">core values</a> are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet. </p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><p style="text-align:left;"><b>Job Description</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit;"></p><h2><b>Job Title: </b></h2><p>Manager, Enterprise Procurement Risk Management</p><p><b>Department: </b>Global Procurement</p><p><b>Reports To: </b>Director, Global Logistics Procurement and Enterprise Procurement Risk Management</p><p></p><h2>SUMMARY</h2><h2><span>The Manager, Enterprise Procurement Risk Management (EPRM) is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide procurement risk management processes that enhance supply continuity, compliance, and resilience across all procurement categories. </span> <span><span>This role is dedicated to procurement, compliance and supply chain risk domains such as supplier financial viability, operational continuity, quality performance, ESG, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing and supply chain operations.</span></span><span><span> </span></span></h2><p></p><h2><span>This role supports the Director in embedding procurement risk management (PRM) governance, tools, and analytics into sourcing, supplier onboarding, and performance management. The Manager partners with cross-functional teams—including Legal, Compliance, Finance, IT Security, and Enterprise Risk Management—to ensure Albemarle’s supplier base and procurement activities meet regulatory, ESG, and operational resilience expectations.</span></h2><p></p><h2><span>The position requires a mix of analytical, strategic, and operational capabilities to monitor third-party risks, support risk mitigation planning, and ensure the Procurement function operates in alignment with corporate risk appetite and business continuity objectives. This position is hybrid and requires coming into our Charlotte office 3 days per week.</span></h2><h2></h2><h2>ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</h2><h3></h3><h3>Procurement Risk Governance</h3><ul><li>Support the design and rollout of the Procurement Risk Management Framework, including policies, standards, and procedures aligned with corporate risk and compliance expectations.</li><li>Maintain the enterprise supplier risk register and ensure timely updates of risk scoring, mitigation plans, and escalation status.</li><li><span>Focusing on supplier risk segmentation, operational continuity, ESG, compliance, and supply chain resilience</span></li><li>Partner with Category Managers and Sourcing Leads to perform supplier risk segmentation and due diligence across financial, operational, ESG, and cyber risk dimensions.</li><li>Lead supplier risk assessments during onboarding, renewal, or critical sourcing events.</li><li>Support quarterly risk reviews and facilitate reporting to the Procurement Leadership Team and Enterprise Risk Council.</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Risk Monitoring &amp; Analytics</h3><ul><li>Develop and manage dashboards to track supplier financial health, performance trends, and early warning indicators using data from internal systems (SAP S/4HANA, Power BI) and external platforms.</li><li>Consolidate risk intelligence and communicate insights to key stakeholders to inform sourcing decisions.</li><li>Quantify risk exposure and mitigation ROI for inclusion in procurement scorecards and executive dashboards.</li></ul><p></p><h3>Process Integration &amp; Compliance</h3><ul><li>Ensure PRM policies and workflows are embedded in supplier onboarding, sourcing, and contract management systems.</li><li>Partner with Legal to validate supplier contracts include appropriate risk mitigation clauses (e.g., force majeure, business continuity, ESG, and data privacy).</li><li>Support audits and compliance reviews to confirm alignment with corporate risk standards and external regulations (e.g., UFLPA, EU Due Diligence, REACH).</li><li>Work with IT and Digital Procurement teams to enhance automation and visibility in third-party risk tracking.</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Stakeholder Engagement</h3><ul><li>Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to regional procurement and category teams on supplier risk management practices.</li><li>Collaborate with Enterprise Risk, Internal Audit, and ESG teams to align PRM processes with overall corporate risk management.</li><li>Support training and capability-building initiatives to elevate risk awareness and operational discipline across the Procurement organization.</li></ul><p></p><p>This job profile is intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.</p><p></p><p><b>ADDITIONAL, SKILLS, AND CAPABILITIES</b></p><ul><li>Deep expertise in procurement and third-party risk management frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO, etc.)</li><li>Familiarity with risk intelligence platforms (e.g., Resilinc, Everstream, RapidRatings, Dun &amp; Bradstreet, EcoVadis)</li><li>Strong command of risk-related contract clauses and legal frameworks</li><li>Deep understanding of procurement processes, risk controls, and supplier lifecycle management.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey risk insights to executive and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Highly collaborative, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and drive execution in a global, matrixed environment.</li><li>Fluent in English; Spanish or other language proficiency a strong advantage</li></ul><h2></h2><h2>EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE</h2><p></p><p><b>Education: </b>Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA or equivalent master’s degree strongly preferred.</p><p></p><p><b>Experience: </b></p><ul><li>7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, risk management, compliance, or supply chain functions, ideally within a multinational or regulated industry (chemical, manufacturing, or energy sector preferred).</li><li>Experience implementing or operating within procurement risk frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO).</li><li><span>Experience must be rooted in procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing risk management</span></li><li><span>Working knowledge of supply chain</span> risk intelligence platforms (e.g., <span>Exiger, Interos,</span> Resilinc, Everstream Analytics) and ERP system (SAP S/4HANA).</li><li>Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI or equivalent).</li><li>Demonstrated experience in supplier due diligence, third-party risk assessments, or business continuity planning. <b>#LI-JH3</b></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Benefits of Joining Albemarle</b></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.</li></ul><p></p><p>We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Benefits of Joining Albemarle</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Competitive compensation</span></p></li><li><p><span>Comprehensive benefits package</span></p></li><li><p><span>A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p>We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.</p>

<p>Albemarle leads the world in transforming essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity, and health. From our strength in Bromine and Lithium specialties, we partner with customers to pioneer new ways to move, power, connect and protect with people and planet in mind. As a values-driven company, we understand it is no longer enough to build things better, stronger and faster. We have to be cleaner, safer and smarter. Through the world&rsquo;s most diverse and reliable supply chain, we adapt, manage and utilize our world&rsquo;s most essential resources to create the greatest value out of every molecule. To help lead the way in progressing modern living, we have also to lead the way in safe and responsible operations. We are committed to building a more resilient world. We embrace the diversity of experience, talent, and thought. We work hard to create an inclusive work environment that empowers you to openly and honestly communicate, create and innovate. Our career opportunities span the globe from the United States to Australia. Your decision to join our team will be rewarded with a positive, team-oriented workplace that inspires personal and professional growth. We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential. This is our culture. This is our commitment.</p>

Manager, Enterprise Procurement Risk Management

<p>Be an essential element to a brighter future. </p><p></p><p>We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our <a href="https://www.albemarle.com/about/our-values">core values</a> are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet. </p><p></p><p><b>Job Description</b></p><p></p><h2><b>Job Title: </b></h2><p>Manager, Enterprise Procurement Risk Management</p><p><b>Department: </b>Global Procurement</p><p><b>Reports To: </b>Director, Global Logistics Procurement and Enterprise Procurement Risk Management</p><p></p><h2>SUMMARY</h2><h2><span>The Manager, Enterprise Procurement Risk Management (EPRM) is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide procurement risk management processes that enhance supply continuity, compliance, and resilience across all procurement categories. </span> <span><span>This role is dedicated to procurement, compliance and supply chain risk domains such as supplier financial viability, operational continuity, quality performance, ESG, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing and supply chain operations.</span></span><span><span> </span></span></h2><p></p><h2><span>This role supports the Director in embedding procurement risk management (PRM) governance, tools, and analytics into sourcing, supplier onboarding, and performance management. The Manager partners with cross-functional teams—including Legal, Compliance, Finance, IT Security, and Enterprise Risk Management—to ensure Albemarle’s supplier base and procurement activities meet regulatory, ESG, and operational resilience expectations.</span></h2><p></p><h2><span>The position requires a mix of analytical, strategic, and operational capabilities to monitor third-party risks, support risk mitigation planning, and ensure the Procurement function operates in alignment with corporate risk appetite and business continuity objectives. This position is hybrid and requires coming into our Charlotte office 3 days per week.</span></h2><h2></h2><h2>ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES</h2><h3></h3><h3>Procurement Risk Governance</h3><ul><li>Support the design and rollout of the Procurement Risk Management Framework, including policies, standards, and procedures aligned with corporate risk and compliance expectations.</li><li>Maintain the enterprise supplier risk register and ensure timely updates of risk scoring, mitigation plans, and escalation status.</li><li><span>Focusing on supplier risk segmentation, operational continuity, ESG, compliance, and supply chain resilience</span></li><li>Partner with Category Managers and Sourcing Leads to perform supplier risk segmentation and due diligence across financial, operational, ESG, and cyber risk dimensions.</li><li>Lead supplier risk assessments during onboarding, renewal, or critical sourcing events.</li><li>Support quarterly risk reviews and facilitate reporting to the Procurement Leadership Team and Enterprise Risk Council.</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Risk Monitoring &amp; Analytics</h3><ul><li>Develop and manage dashboards to track supplier financial health, performance trends, and early warning indicators using data from internal systems (SAP S/4HANA, Power BI) and external platforms.</li><li>Consolidate risk intelligence and communicate insights to key stakeholders to inform sourcing decisions.</li><li>Quantify risk exposure and mitigation ROI for inclusion in procurement scorecards and executive dashboards.</li></ul><p></p><h3>Process Integration &amp; Compliance</h3><ul><li>Ensure PRM policies and workflows are embedded in supplier onboarding, sourcing, and contract management systems.</li><li>Partner with Legal to validate supplier contracts include appropriate risk mitigation clauses (e.g., force majeure, business continuity, ESG, and data privacy).</li><li>Support audits and compliance reviews to confirm alignment with corporate risk standards and external regulations (e.g., UFLPA, EU Due Diligence, REACH).</li><li>Work with IT and Digital Procurement teams to enhance automation and visibility in third-party risk tracking.</li></ul><h3></h3><h3>Stakeholder Engagement</h3><ul><li>Act as a subject matter expert and advisor to regional procurement and category teams on supplier risk management practices.</li><li>Collaborate with Enterprise Risk, Internal Audit, and ESG teams to align PRM processes with overall corporate risk management.</li><li>Support training and capability-building initiatives to elevate risk awareness and operational discipline across the Procurement organization.</li></ul><p></p><p>This job profile is intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this job.  It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.</p><p></p><p><b>ADDITIONAL, SKILLS, AND CAPABILITIES</b></p><ul><li>Deep expertise in procurement and third-party risk management frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO, etc.)</li><li>Familiarity with risk intelligence platforms (e.g., Resilinc, Everstream, RapidRatings, Dun &amp; Bradstreet, EcoVadis)</li><li>Strong command of risk-related contract clauses and legal frameworks</li><li>Deep understanding of procurement processes, risk controls, and supplier lifecycle management.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey risk insights to executive and non-technical audiences.</li><li>Highly collaborative, with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence without authority.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and drive execution in a global, matrixed environment.</li><li>Fluent in English; Spanish or other language proficiency a strong advantage</li></ul><h2></h2><h2>EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE</h2><p></p><p><b>Education: </b>Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field; MBA or equivalent master’s degree strongly preferred.</p><p></p><p><b>Experience: </b></p><ul><li>7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, risk management, compliance, or supply chain functions, ideally within a multinational or regulated industry (chemical, manufacturing, or energy sector preferred).</li><li>Experience implementing or operating within procurement risk frameworks (ISO 31000, COSO).</li><li><span>Experience must be rooted in procurement, supply chain, or manufacturing risk management</span></li><li><span>Working knowledge of supply chain</span> risk intelligence platforms (e.g., <span>Exiger, Interos,</span> Resilinc, Everstream Analytics) and ERP system (SAP S/4HANA).</li><li>Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI or equivalent).</li><li>Demonstrated experience in supplier due diligence, third-party risk assessments, or business continuity planning. <b>#LI-JH3</b></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Benefits of Joining Albemarle</b></p><ul><li>Competitive compensation</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.</li></ul><p></p><p>We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.</p><p></p><p><b><span>Benefits of Joining Albemarle</span></b></p><ul><li><p><span>Competitive compensation</span></p></li><li><p><span>Comprehensive benefits package</span></p></li><li><p><span>A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p>We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.</p>

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