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Chemicals Buyer
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: South London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
The Chemicals Buyer will responsible for the strategic sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of raw chemicals, chemical intermediates, and laboratory supplies essential for the company's production and operational needs.
This role requires a strong understanding of chemical trade, supply chains, market dynamics, and a proven ability to manage supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality material delivery.
Responsibilities/Experience
Source, select, and purchase chemicals and related materials based on technical specifications, quality standards, and delivery requirements.
Manage the end-to-end procurement cycle from requisition to purchase order placement and delivery tracking.
Collaborate with R&D, Production, Quality Control, and Logistics teams to forecast demand and ensure material availability to support production schedules.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve the best value while maintaining high-quality standards.
Develop and maintain strong, mutually beneficial supplier relationships.
Conduct supplier performance reviews and audits, focusing on quality, delivery, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
Identify and qualify new, reliable suppliers to mitigate supply risks and foster competition.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related technical field.
Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the chemical industry
Skills: Strong negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills. Proficiency in using ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and MS Office Suite.
Benefits:
Competitive Annual Bonus
Hybrid Working Model
25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
Contributory Pension
Life Assurance (4x basic salary)
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