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 We are currently searching for a Buyer, Chemicals &amp; Materials, to manage procurement of raw materials, intermediates, and specialty chemicals. You&rsquo;ll partner with R&amp;D, production, quality, and finance to ensure cost-effective, reliable supply while maintaining regulatory compliance and quality standards. You&rsquo;ll be a strategic contributor to margin, product innovation, and supply chain resilience. This is a direct hire opportunity in the Auburn Hills, MI area. Relocation and sponsorship is not available for this position.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Source and procure raw materials, chemical intermediates, additives, resins, coatings components, specialty monomers, packaging, and other related materials.
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 Develop and maintain strong relationships with chemical suppliers, distributors, and manufacturers.
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 Issue RFQs, negotiate terms (price, lead times, payment, quality, freight), evaluate supplier proposals, and secure favorable contracts.
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 Monitor market trends, raw material price fluctuations, supply risks, and regulatory changes to mitigate exposure.
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 Collaborate with R&amp;D and product development to forecast material needs for new product launches or formulation changes.
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 Work with quality control / regulatory / compliance teams to ensure incoming materials meet specifications, regulatory and safety requirements.
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 Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier performance metrics, cost tracking, and inventory levels.
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 Identify opportunities for cost savings, supplier consolidation, alternate sourcing, and process improvement.
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 Manage supplier audits, qualification, and requalification processes.
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 Lead cross-functional teams (manufacturing, QC, logistics) in resolving supply disruptions, quality issues, or logistics challenges.
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 Monitor and drive supplier lead times, delivery performance, material shortages, and logistics costs.
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 Provide monthly/quarterly reporting to senior leadership (e.g. spend analysis, savings, supplier risk metrics).
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 Required Qualifications &amp; Skills
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
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 5+ years of direct procurement / purchasing / sourcing experience in chemicals, specialty materials, coatings, polymer intermediates, or related field.
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 Deep understanding of chemical supply chains, raw material markets, regulatory frameworks.
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 Strong negotiation skills and ability to build and manage supplier relationships.
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 Excellent analytical skills, cost modeling, financial acumen, and problem solving.
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 Familiarity with quality assurance / QC / regulatory requirements for incoming chemical materials.
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 Preferred / Nice to Have
 
 
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 Experience with private labeling, toll manufacturing or contract manufacturing models.
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 Experience working within a smaller or mid-sized manufacturing environment.
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