Job Description

Overview

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including the pulp, packaging paper and board, tissue and towel, oil and gas, petroleum refining, chemical processing, mining, biorefining, power, municipal, and pool and spa markets.

The company\xe2\x80\x99s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids and functional additives, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact and maintain healthy water.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 47 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 6,000 professionals in 120 countries across five continents.

Solenis is a 2023 US Best Managed Company.

For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.

Description

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do:

The Buyer is responsible for purchasing as well as coordinating delivery of components, raw materials, finished goods and other supplies as required for the Houston Plant. In addition to working directly with plant personnel, this person will work daily with corporate purchasing, corporate logistics as well as other functions as required. This person must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to multi-task in a high-performance work environment.

Responsible for procurement activities related to supplies, raw materials, and other goods necessary for proper operations of the plant by considering price, quality, delivery conditions, and supply continuity.

• Create and manage purchase orders for production raw materials and indirect plant supplies.
• Manage plant raw material inventory stocks at set levels and communicate changes to order lead times, minimum order quantities, safety stock and other related measures.
• Monitor market trends and respond to vendor communications and identify possible future complications that may affect plant operations.
• Communicate bulk delivery schedule to affected personnel. Bulk deliveries are by appointment only.
• Monitor status of orders and ensure deliveries are completed on time and communicate status to affected plant personnel.
• Work with corporate sourcing and indirect procurement to ensure approved vendors are available for plant needs, specifically for raw materials.
• Initiate and resolve claims with vendors for overages, shortages, freight issues, and damaged received goods.
• Evaluate costs and review cost reduction activities.
• Process and maintain documents as required by Plant Manager.
• Negotiate prices and terms and considers different factors to select vendors for new and existing materials or services.
• Adhere to policies and procedures established by Solenis to ensure the safety of employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Participate in employee-led teams at the site.
• Perform other duties as designated by the supervisor for the logistics operations of the site.

Some perks of working with us:

• Competitive health + wellness benefit plan
• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!
• Recharge with 15 days of paid time off
• Competitive Salary and bonuses

\xe2\x80\x9cThe expected compensation range for this position is between $41,300.00 - $60,000.00, plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.\xe2\x80\x9d

Qualifications

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Skills

• SAP
• MS Office
• Strong oral and written skills
• Excellent Organizational skills

Experience

• 3-5 years of Chemical Manufacturing experience

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we\xe2\x80\x99ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we\xe2\x80\x99d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at 1-888-756-2701. #LI-DS1.

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