Buyer Senior
We are At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market-savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.
We are currently seeking for a self-driven Buyer to be part of a member of the Purchasing Team. You will be responsible the efficient, economical, timely and ethical procurement of inventories and non-inventory items and services at optimized cost to the company. In this role, you will in-charge of supply planning and procurement of inventory items, sourcing, negotiation and purchase of service and material requirements (non- stock items) as required by the company and/or functional areas.
This exciting opportunity is 100% office-based at our Biñan City in Laguna, Philippines office.
What you will do:
- Strategically plan, initiate, and oversee a material procurement process aimed at securing the most cost-effective, highest quality, and timely delivery of materials from both internal and external suppliers.
- Coordinate with various departments to reduce raw material inventory losses and spoilage by effectively managing distressed inventory items.
- Implement top-notch strategies for daily supply chain management. This includes integrating sales forecasts with sales, procurement, supplier management (including third-party logistics partners), and inventory control.
- Continuously identifying material or supplier gaps such as initiating activities in collaboration with various departments and regional/global purchasing teams to expand the raw material and supplier base effectively.
- Enhance staff capabilities and drive organizational growth.
- Participating in supplier-quality improvement to enhance overall operations.
- Establishing and implementing programs for Quality Management Systems is key to ensuring consistent quality standards.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain or any business-related course.
- 4-7 years of experience in Planning and Purchasing functions, preferably in a multinational set-up.
- Skilled in supply - materials planning.
- Computer literate, especially in Excel and Word.
- Previous experience in procurement preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented; able to comprehend which issues to prioritize and which details to monitor.
What you will get:
- Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
- An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
- A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
- Shuttle bus at various pick-up points within the city - Alabang & Pasig, nearby Laguna area.
ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES (PHILIPPINES), INC.
Sensient Technologies (Philippines), Inc. is located in Biñan, Laguna. This serves as the company's production, technical and applications, and service center for the dynamic Philippine market for colors and flavors. The site, which is an accredited Silliker Gold standard included stringent procedures and documentation for, but not limited to, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and HACCP, includes its own warehouse, office, and applications laboratories.
ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors and flavors. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, display imaging chemicals, and other specialty chemicals. The company's customers include major international manufacturers representing some of the world's best-known brands, as well as up-and-coming dynamic manufacturers.
With global operations in 71 locations in 31 countries, Sensient has built a corporate culture that incorporates expertise from regions around the world. We have customers in 150 countries. Over a decade, Sensient has grown from a domestic food company to a world-leading developer, manufacturer, and marketer of sophisticated color and flavor systems.
Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
As a dynamic and diversified global leader, we offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit our website at http://www.sensient.com
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