Procurement Specialist-Chemical

Role & responsibilities

Procurement Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

1. New Product Development (Chemicals)

• Support the development of new products to meet market and customer requirements.
• Work closely with R&D and Sales teams to source and qualify new raw materials.
  

2. Supplier Development & Management

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers for existing and upcoming products.
• Establish long-term supplier relationships to ensure reliability, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and supply contracts in line with company policies.
  

3. Purchase Order & Procurement Management

• Prepare, finalize, and validate Purchase Orders (POs) in

  SAP/ERP system

  .
• Ensure timely order placement, acknowledgment, and delivery tracking.
• Maintain accurate procurement records in compliance with internal audit and ISO standards.
  

4. Sales & Technical Coordination

• Handle sales inquiries from internal stakeholders for the assigned region.
• Coordinate with Sales and Technical teams to resolve customer technical queries.
• Provide support in obtaining and sharing COAs, TDS, and MSDS for new and existing products.
  

5. Quote and Sample Management

• Follow up on quotations and samples with suppliers to meet project deadlines.
• Ensure proper documentation and communication of pricing and product information.
  

6. Payment, Logistics & Documentation

• Coordinate with Finance and Logistics teams to resolve supplier payment and shipment-related issues.
• Ensure import/export documentation and statutory compliance for inbound/outbound shipments.
  

7. Supplier Agreements & Compliance

• Draft and maintain supplier agreements as per company procurement policy.
• Ensure adherence to ISO procedures and maintain supply chain-related documentation.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors Degree in

  Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Supply Chain Management

  .
• Minimum

  4 to 5 years

  of experience in chemical

  procurement, sourcing,

  roles (preferably in the chemical or manufacturing industry).
• Hands-on experience with

  SAP

  or other ERP systems is mandatory.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Knowledge of import/export documentation and local procurement regulations preferred.

Reporting To:

• Administrative Reporting:

  Head EcoChemie India

• Functional Reporting:

  Supply Chain Head Corporate Office, UAE