Buyer/Procurement Agent

This is Us:

You know us. You just didn't know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacture that prides itself on "Creating Tomorrow's Solutions". WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it's protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Buyer/Procurement Agent for our team in Charleston, TN.

What you will do:

This position is responsible for the tactical and operational purchasing functions for the goods and services purchased within the procurement team across all WACKER US sites. This role will support the Operational Procurement with RFQ/RFI's, orders placement and confirmation, follow up on past due orders and all other procurement duties as needed. This person is responsible for the protection of the Company's assets by procuring materials & services in an ethical manner that meets WACKER'S strategic goals and provides the greatest overall monetary value to the supply chains. This person will help to promote procurement practices and facilitate the continuous improvement of partnerships between its internal customers and WACKER's suppliers to achieve the lowest total cost of ownership.

Duties include by are not limited to:

• Create and issue purchase orders as needed for all goods and services for the US plants.
• Create and administer RFQ/RFI's as needed for all goods and services.
• Analyze and compare supplier quotations.
• Create and administer Ariba sourcing/approvals as needed.
• Create and provide SAP and other reports to management as needed.
• SAP data maintenance and management.

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• Preferred 2+ years of consistent work experience in Procurement in a large global/multicultural company within the Chemical and Manufacturing Industries with proven successful job performance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with SAP/Ariba, e-auction tools, and other e-tools for procurement reporting, efficiency
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Compensation and Incentive plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
• Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• 401(k) with company match
• Education Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Support for Community Involvement