What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Associate position at Specialty Chemical Co., LLC?
Job Summary
Specialty Chemical Co., LLC, part of the ChemGroup, is seeking a Purchasing Associate to join our team. SCC is an industrial and specialty chemical distribution company based in Cleveland, TN.
The Purchasing Associate role is a mid-level position supporting Sales, Customer Service and Operations, with a primary focus to meet current business demands and future growth opportunities.
Roles and Responsibilities (may not be all-inclusive)
- Coordination of purchasing activities to fulfill direct delivery customer sales
- Ensure orders are delivered meeting time constraints
- Communicate material and freight cost impactors to Sales team
- Develop direct relationships with primary suppliers and carriers
- Material sourcing of products and suppliers
- Perform Receiving and Stock Transfers as needed to support the Purchasing team
- Ensure all material orders are at correct cost and quantity for accurate accounting activities
- Ability to negotiate a fast-paced environment to meet time sensitive deadlines
- Ability to identify solutions when presented with evolving customer or carrier requirements
- Utilize multiple communication methods (email, phone, Teams)
- Support other departments as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3-6 years experience in a purchasing or related role
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Direct experience with ERP systems
- Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Teams, etc.
- HS / GED Required
- Ability to pass drug/background
Standout Qualifications:
- Degree in business or related field of study
- Purchasing experience within a chemical environment
- Material costing
- Experience with third party freight logistics and bulk material carriers
Benefits:
- Salary range – qualification and experience dependent
- Quarterly Profit Sharing
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday
- Medical, Dental and Vision offered
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Purchasing or Supply Chain: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person