- 10+ years exp. in procurement of imported chemical raw materials
- Expertise in speciality chemicals, paints, coatings, water treatment preferred
About Our Client
Our client is a speciality chemicals manufacturing MNC with a strong presence across high-growth industrial applications, serving customers across sectors such as water treatment, paper, paints, mining and agriculture.
Job Description
- Leading end-to-end procurement of raw materials, intermediates and speciality chemical feed stocks required for manufacturing.
- Developing and executing sourcing strategies for key materials such as acrylic-based raw materials, nitrogen-containing chemicals and other process-critical chemical intermediates.
- Managing international sourcing and imports, including supplier identification, commercial negotiations, supply planning and delivery coordination.
- Owning quality, cost competitiveness and continuity of supply.
- Monitoring global chemical markets, pricing and supply dynamics to identify cost Saving and alternate sourcing opportunities
- Partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure the timely availability and technical suitability of critical raw materials.
The Successful Applicant
The Ideal Candidate Should Have
- 10+ years of direct procurement experience in chemical raw materials/speciality chemicals
- Hands-on exposure to imports/international suppliers, high-volume procurement and significant annual spends
- Preferably a degree/diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline
- Candidates from speciality chemicals, paints/coatings, water treatment, mining chemicals, agro-chemicals or other chemical-consuming manufacturing businesses will be relevant
What's on Offer
- Opportunity to own sourcing and procurement budgets in a growing setup
- Exposure to international chemical markets, suppliers and trades.
- Competitive Remuneration and direct access to Leadership
Contact:
Quote job ref: JN-082026-7089612
