Senior Supply Chain Specialist- Procurement

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers and manufacturing subcontractors
• Lead contract negotiations and manage ongoing supplier relationships across the APAC region
• Develop and implement cost reduction strategies for products and services
• Monitor supplier compliance, performance metrics, and quality standards
• Provide operational analysis to improve inventory management, 3PL, and distribution
• Support the purchasing team with strategic insights and market intelligence
• Ensure all procurement activities meet regulatory compliance and technical specifications

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• Professional certification in Procurement or Sourcing
• 7-10 years of Manufacturing and Sourcing experience
• Proven experience in Process, Industrial, or Fine Chemical industries
• Mandatory expertise in SAP MM (Purchase modules) and understanding of SAP MRP
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Fluency in English, Tamil, and Hindi with excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with bidding and reverse bidding platforms
• Advanced data analytics capabilities
• Cross-cultural management experience within APAC markets

About the Company

Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company committed to safeguarding the environment and promoting sustainable development. We work collaboratively with customers in the pulp, paper, leather, and water treatment industries to deliver innovative chemical solutions that boost productivity and improve product quality.