Buyer I

OQ Chemicals Company Overview | World leader in Oxo Chemicals

Oxo products are the core competency of OQ Chemicals. We are producing more than 70 oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives for customers in a wide range of industries with various end market applications. Our chemicals are important ingredients in products that are used in daily life around the world. "We" refers to more than 1,400 OQ Chemicals employees worldwide. At our plants in Germany, the USA, China and the Netherlands, we produce intermediates and derivatives.

The MRO Buyer is responsible for processing Procurement activities for OQ USA plants. The individual will work with internal stakeholder needs and requirements in conformance with OQ Purchasing Policies and Procedures.

Essential Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders to support daily maintenance, operations and repairs activities such as framework, lab, stock and non-stock items and turn around.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure requisitions and purchase orders adhere to OQ Purchasing Policies and Procedures.
• Process orders in a timely manner and work with suppliers to ensure best cost, terms, delivery and compliance.
• Expedite open orders and provide a weekly status update to stakeholders and Procurement Manager.
• Maintain excellent and regular communication with stakeholders and suppliers.
• Provide the evaluation of supplier RFQ’s utilizing appropriate negotiation and procurement analysis techniques.
• Manage purchase order disputes to ensure fair and timely resolution with suppliers. This includes escalation of disputes where needed with the support from Procurement Manager and Legal.
• Ensure that all purchase orders are in compliance with company HSE policies & procedures.
• Responsible for new vendor set up and working with requestor and vendor master to ensure compliance.
• Provide an update on AP Block Report and collaborate with requisitioners to update purchase orders as needed for payment.
• Works closely with Maintenance, Operations, Safety, Environmental, Finance, Legal, Compliance and Contracts Specialist to reduce costs, improve lead time, innovation & efficiencies.

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years related experience, preferably in MRO and/or chemical plant environment.
• Bachelor degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering or related field (preferred).
• High level of negotiation skills (tactical, strategic, techniques).
• Experience with material, service and project procurement.
• Experience with cost analysis, cost savings, and supplier negotiations a must.
   

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Highly organized, detail oriented and able to work independently.
• Must be able to communicate effectively across multiple functions and work well in a team environment.
• Experience in a plant environment (preferred), background and/or knowledge in MRO, pumps, rotational equipment, turnarounds, maintenance, and operations is an advantage.
• Strong SAP experience.
• Strong PC application skills including complement of Microsoft Office software.

Working Conditions

• Typical office environment
• Some travel between plant and corporate office (minimal)
• 9/80 work schedule

OQ Chemicals is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, sex, age, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Check Out Our Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• Health Equity Health Fund for health and dependent care
• Disability Benefits
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Time Off for a balanced life
• Competitive salary, bonus, 401(k) plan with match and profit-sharing match