Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, 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 create cleaner and safer environments.  

  

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. 

Job Description

Title:                Procurement Specialist

Summary:       Inventory replenishment, production scheduling, and return goods processing.

Expectations

Create purchase orders based on MRP requirementsCoordinate with suppliers’ regarding on-time deliveriesInput production schedule that encompasses: historical, current and forecasted demandReturn goods to suppliers that do not meet quality standards. Update ERP system inventory based on dispositionMaintain inventory activity at 3PL providerAbility to multi-task in fast paced environmentUnderstand role to improve overall company goals. Communicate and share information.  Avoid silo mentality

Duties and Responsibilities:

Correspond with Uber Freight, and local freight companies on pickup timeliness. Monitor open purchase orders for potential delivery delays.  Communicate to production supervisor critical delays that may impact productionCreate new purchase orders based off MRP runs.  Run and process MRP Exception report. Update requirements based on production schedule and material needsUpdate lead times, open purchase order dates, pricing, minimum order quantities and master pack quantities in SAPConvey quality issues and maintain the vendor corrective action process.Assist in communicating and resolving material receipt issues (price, quantity and or quality discrepancies)Update and maintain supplier information in SAPSupport manufacturing by ensuring that supplied components are available based on manufacturing schedule.Manage inventory to positively affect the company turn target.  Inventory is cashIdentify and negotiate potential cost reductions.  Challenge suppliers to think outside of the box to reduce costs through creative innovationConnect with new suppliers that have a scope of business that aligns with our strategy.  Due diligence research on prospective suppliers. Complete NDA to start the RFQ process and share drawings.  Add engineering associates in discussions as neededSchedule periodic supplier visits.  Evaluate processes, quality, and safety.  Provide points of strength and identify improvements that need to be achieved.  The objective is to maintain relationships with suppliers and provide two-way communicationWill work with cross functional departments: engineering, production, customer service and accounting.  Maintain positive, cordial and business relationshipAttend required meetings.Other job duties as assigned

Preferred Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in related field or 2yrs experience in logistic and purchasingProficient with Microsoft Office skills.  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills SAP experience strongly preferredKnowledge of VAVE and Lean methodologies

Work Environment:                      Manufacturing/Office

Position type:                               Salary

Overtime                                       As needed to complete position duties

Travel:                                           10%

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d 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 talentacquisition@solenis.com

The expected compensation range for this position is between $0.00 and $524,999,999.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.