Material Buyer

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.  

  

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,500 professionals in 160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 US Best Managed Company, recognized five years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. 

Buyer / Material Planner

ABOUT DIVERSEY

Diversey’s mission is to protect and care for people through leading hygiene, infection prevention, and cleaning solutions. We develop and deliver innovative products, services, and technologies that save lives and protect our environment. Over the course of 95 years, the Diversey brand has become synonymous with product quality, service, and innovation. 

Our fully integrated suite of solutions combines patented chemicals, dosing and dispensing equipment, cleaning machines, services, and digital analysis. We are a trusted partner serving more than 85,000 customers in over 80 countries with a network of approximately 8,500 employees globally.

We are the leading global pure play provider to the cleaning and hygiene industry for the institutional and food and beverage markets. We provide customers peace of mind by helping maintain their brand integrity so they can focus on growing their business. Through end-to-end repeatable services, we deliver the highest standards across customer locations to achieve improved operational efficiency and environmental sustainability.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Planning Manager, the Buyer/Material Planner coordinates material inventory in alignment with the master production plan and weekly production schedules. This role ensures that materials are available to support production requirements and maintains appropriate inventory levels. The position performs a variety of duties, including creating and releasing purchase orders, monitoring supplier confirmations, and following up with internal departments and suppliers on past-due or expedited shipments to minimize disruption to the production schedule. This position works in a team-oriented environment and is expected to assist others when necessary, while also demonstrating strong self-starter qualities and the ability to work independently.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews MRP messages and generates purchase orders in accordance with requirements
• Coordinates deliveries on time to the plant based on schedule requirements using Transportation Portal or direct with the Vendor 
• Maintains Item master parameters Information such as lead time, Minimum order, & safety stock for the respective materials. 
• Provides Effective dates for all material changes / Bluebooks for existing materials and new products.
• Manages inventory issues, schedule changes, and cancellations to reduced floor disruptions
• Monitor Inventory levels for Opportunities to revise purchase Plan/ Open POs to avoid excess inventory. As well as issuing IDR for respective write off for expired or discontinued materials.
• Works closely with QA  to follow up with Vendors on Quality Issues as needed
• Work with Inventory Clerk on any vendor return processing for credits
• Manages subcontracting purchases with 3rd party vendor
• Work with QA on required Samples for lab batching
• Completes all Safety and Plant Training as Required
• Review all AP Issues / vendor payment 3-way match
• Participate in all Plant LEAN Initiatives – 5S, Kaizen, 5 Why Investigations etc
• Employ safe work habits and complies with all applicable Diversey safety requirements
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• College diploma / post-secondary education with a focus on Supply Chain/ Purchasing preferred. Previous work experience can be considered.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment
• Intermediate Excel skills
• SAP / MRP experience
• APIC Certification considered an asset

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with production scheduling is an asset
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Results oriented with a demonstrated sense of urgency
• Energetic, enthusiastic – conveys a sense of commitment to the group
• Disciplined with exceptional work standards
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Versatile, highly motivated team player committed to Customer Service
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload, handling several projects at one time and meet deadlines

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you. 

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include health, dental, vision and a defined contribution pension plan, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified individuals are welcome, and will be considered without regard to any ground protected by human rights legislation, including race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, and disability. Solenis provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process, and invites candidates to let us know about their accommodation needs.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com .

The expected compensation range for this position is between $54,080.00 and 72,110.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.

Regulatory Disclosure

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

We do not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.