Site Buyer (F/M/X)
Job title: Site Buyer (F/M/X) in Green River, WY at Solvay
Company: Solvay
Job description: Solvay is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.About the role· Our Site Buyer will be a member of the Procurement team and will be responsible for supporting the management of Indirect, Raw Material Distribution, Industrial Gases, etc. Site Buyer will negotiate purchasing contracts, manage procurement processes and drive procurement continuous improvement for one or several sites in the NAM region.· As a Site Buyer, you will negotiate purchasing contracts, manage procurement processes, and drive procurement continuous improvement for one or several sites in the NAM region. You will get the opportunity to be responsible for developing and leading the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, RFIs and RFPs including the competitive bidding process, service provider selection, and negotiating price and terms/conditions in partnership with internal stakeholders and legal. You will also have the opportunity to develop master service agreements and statements of work with SLAs.
You will be accountable for:
Conduct purchasing activities, including spot buys, contract negotiation with local suppliers, and purchase request validation.
Manage supplier relationships, assessments, and ensure administrative follow-up of contracts.
Collaborate with internal customers to define purchasing needs and develop requests for quotes.
Support contract implementation, promote automation, manage site spending, and deploy central contracts.
Represent the site in procurement matters, coordinate with relevant teams, and drive process improvement initiatives.
· We offer a permanent contract based on remote working mode.About you
University degree or at least 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
3-5 years of experience in mining, chemical plant, or refinery is preferred
Competencies:
Must have Procurement experience.
Knowledge of country /regional regulations
Knowledge on contracts
Behaviors:
Attention to detail
Organized
Strong negotiation skills and ability to communicate with local senior management
About the pay and benefits
Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $92,000/yr to $105,000/yr, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.
About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world's most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
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Expected salary:
Location: Green River, WY
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Company: Solvay
Job description: Solvay is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.About the role· Our Site Buyer will be a member of the Procurement team and will be responsible for supporting the management of Indirect, Raw Material Distribution, Industrial Gases, etc. Site Buyer will negotiate purchasing contracts, manage procurement processes and drive procurement continuous improvement for one or several sites in the NAM region.· As a Site Buyer, you will negotiate purchasing contracts, manage procurement processes, and drive procurement continuous improvement for one or several sites in the NAM region. You will get the opportunity to be responsible for developing and leading the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, RFIs and RFPs including the competitive bidding process, service provider selection, and negotiating price and terms/conditions in partnership with internal stakeholders and legal. You will also have the opportunity to develop master service agreements and statements of work with SLAs.
You will be accountable for:
Conduct purchasing activities, including spot buys, contract negotiation with local suppliers, and purchase request validation.
Manage supplier relationships, assessments, and ensure administrative follow-up of contracts.
Collaborate with internal customers to define purchasing needs and develop requests for quotes.
Support contract implementation, promote automation, manage site spending, and deploy central contracts.
Represent the site in procurement matters, coordinate with relevant teams, and drive process improvement initiatives.
· We offer a permanent contract based on remote working mode.About you
University degree or at least 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
3-5 years of experience in mining, chemical plant, or refinery is preferred
Competencies:
Must have Procurement experience.
Knowledge of country /regional regulations
Knowledge on contracts
Behaviors:
Attention to detail
Organized
Strong negotiation skills and ability to communicate with local senior management
About the pay and benefits
Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $92,000/yr to $105,000/yr, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.
About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world's most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
#LI-ONSITE#LI-AO1#MIDDLE
Expected salary:
Location: Green River, WY
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