Chemical Buyer II

JOB SUMMARY

Buyer II performs moderately complex purchasing duties with the purpose of obtaining raw materials and associated supplies. This role collaborates with internal stakeholders and suppliers to evaluate purchasing requirements, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and ensure compliance with established procurement policies and procedures. The position supports supplier performance management, resolves purchasing-related issues, and assists with purchasing activities across other buying groups as needed. Works under general supervision while supporting operational efficiency and continuity of supply. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide purchasing support to internal users for assigned commodities, including chemical raw materials and associated supplies.
• Review and process purchase requisitions, monitor incoming requests, confirm orders, and issue purchase orders in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop purchase specifications, prepare bid packages and Requests for Proposal (RFPs), evaluate supplier proposals, and recommend suppliers.
• Evaluate and negotiate supplier pricing, commercial terms and conditions, delivery requirements, and applicable Incoterms to ensure cost-effective and timely procurement.
• Review Material Requirements Planning (MRP) information and take appropriate action to support material availability and operational needs.
• Monitor supplier performance, obtain required quality documentation, and assist in resolving supplier quality, delivery, and performance issues.
• Represent Purchasing on assigned Integrated Project Teams (IPTs) and provide purchasing guidance and support to other departments and buying groups as needed.
• Provide technical guidance and support compliance with professional standards, departmental procedures, and procurement policies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and transaction documentation, research discrepancies, and report findings.
• Serve as a resource for resolving internal customer and supplier issues, including purchasing-related inquiries and procedural concerns
• Adhere to all company SHE policies and procedures, actively participate in hazard identification and environmental risk reduction, and report all incidents, nonconformities, and potential hazards to management to support a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 2-4 years of related experience and a bachelor's degree or 0-2 years of related experience and a master's degree or equivalent experience.
• Preferred: A degree or educational background in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills, including supplier pricing and purchasing terms and conditions.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Good problem-solving skills and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Team oriented.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP preferred.
• Working knowledge of purchasing contracts, commercial terms and conditions, and procurement compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with International Commercial Terms (Incoterms) preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES

• Not applicable

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role may involve work in laboratory or manufacturing environments with potential exposure to chemicals or other regulated substances. As a condition of employment, incumbents may be required to participate in employer-provided medical surveillance programs in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and company policy.