Senior Chemical Procurement Specialist - REMOTE

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Chemical Procurement Specialist. In this role, you will have a significant impact on the procurement process by engaging with specialty chemical and raw material suppliers. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring timely delivery of high-quality quotes for buyers. You will be responsible for managing multiple Requests for Quotes (RFQs), assessing suppliers, and fostering strong relationships within the industry. With a focus on customer satisfaction, you will elevate the procurement experience and contribute to the success of manufacturers globally. Accountabilities

• Own and manage a high volume of Request for Quotes (RFQs) for buyers, ensuring timely delivery of multiple high-quality quotes for each requested material.
• Assess supplier landscape to identify and select appropriate suppliers for requested materials.
• Engage with new suppliers to confirm material availability and secure competitive quotes.
• Facilitate communication between suppliers and buyers regarding product specifications, samples, and delivery terms.
• Validate the quality and accuracy of quotes and supplier-submitted data.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers already active on the procurement platform.
• Onboard new suppliers onto the platform ensuring a smooth and frictionless integration experience.
• Maintain thorough documentation of product availability, supplier communication, and sourcing activity.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in the chemical industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or natural science.
• 5+ years of experience in sourcing, technical sales, business development, partnership, or management consulting.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct supply market assessments and identify suppliers for specific chemicals/raw materials.
• Extensive knowledge of chemicals/raw materials and relevant technical expertise in reviewing RFQs (TDS, SDS, COA, etc.).
• Ability to identify alternate or offset materials by reviewing technical documentation and product chemistry.
• Experience in establishing and managing strong supplier relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and rapport with suppliers.
• Capable of creating structured plans, tracking steps, and managing multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Generous benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• A culture that values diverse perspectives and fosters inclusion.
• Flexibility to work remotely from any location.

Why Apply Through Jobgether? We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.