Buyer - Raw Materials

Job Title: Buyer - Raw Materials (Admixtures)

Location: Riyadh, KSA

Salary - TBD

Reporting To: Supply Chain / Procurement Manager - Regional

Company Overview

A multinational global leader in construction chemicals, adhesives, sealants, and building solutions, operating in more than 50 countries, is looking to hire a Buyer in KSA.

The organization is known for innovation, technical excellence, sustainability, and strong local market presence. It promotes a performance driven and hands on culture with high standards of compliance, quality, and operational independence.

Position Summary

The company is seeking an experienced and self driven Buyer - Raw Materials with strong expertise in construction chemical raw materials, particularly admixture related raw materials (liquid phase), and later exposure to powder materials.

The role requires deep KSA market knowledge, strong supplier network capability, and the ability to manage procurement activities independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage procurement of raw materials for admixtures (liquid focus initially) and support powder materials sourcing at a later stage.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop new raw material sources within KSA and regional markets.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with local and international suppliers.
• Ensure strict adherence to company procurement procedures, compliance policies, and quality standards.
• Coordinate closely with:
  • Regional procurement team
  • Technical and R&D departments
  • Local suppliers and manufacturers
• Monitor market trends, price fluctuations, and raw material availability within KSA.
• Ensure timely supply to support uninterrupted production.
• Manage the full procurement cycle independently (RFQ, evaluation, negotiation, ordering, follow up).
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in line with global standards.
• Build long term strategic partnerships with reliable suppliers in the Kingdom.

Candidate Profile Technical & Industry Expertise

• Strong experience in the construction chemicals industry (mandatory).
• Solid knowledge of admixture raw materials (essential).
• Exposure to powder raw materials is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of KSA supplier landscape and sourcing channels.

Professional Requirements

• 5-10+ years of procurement/buying experience in construction chemicals or related sectors.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Experience working in structured, compliance-driven multinational environments.
• Familiarity with SAP or ERP procurement systems is preferred.

Behavioral Competencies

• Highly proactive and self managed.
• Detail oriented with strong procedural discipline.
• Hands on approach tasks must be managed directly, not delegated.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Ethical, compliant, and aligned with multinational corporate culture.

What the Company Offers

• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized leader in construction chemicals.
• Structured multinational environment with strong regional collaboration.
• Career growth within an innovation-driven organization.
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience.