Purchasing Manager- Raw Materials

SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint.

A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 9,000 people, including more than 2,700+ in the USA.

Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF’s growth.

The Purchasing Manager, Raw Materials , is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the procurement of all raw materials required to support SNF's polymer manufacturing operations in the United States.

This role ensures uninterrupted production by maintaining strategic supplier relationships, negotiating favorable contracts, managing inventory levels, and achieving cost, quality, and delivery objectives while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

The Purchasing Manager works closely with Production, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Warehouse, and Logistics to optimize the supply chain and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies that support production schedules and business objectives
• Source and procure raw materials, including polymers, monomers, surfactants, solvents, catalysts, and other specialty chemicals
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and supplier agreements to maximize value while minimizing risk
• Identify and qualify new suppliers while maintaining strong relationships with existing vendors
• Monitor supplier performance for quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness
• Ensure the uninterrupted availability of production materials while minimizing excess inventory
• Collaborate with Production Planning to forecast material requirements
• Manage inventory levels using ERP/MRP systems and establish appropriate reorder points and safety stock levels
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks affecting chemical raw materials
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance regarding supplier certifications, material specifications, and nonconforming materials
• Support new product development by sourcing materials and evaluating supplier capabilities