Senior Procurement Buyer

Solstice Advanced Materials

Senior Procurement Buyer at Solstice, managing goods and services procurement to meet operational needs. Leading negotiations, ensuring supply continuity, and driving quality and sustainability outcomes.

Posted 8/3/2026full-timeSeelze • 🇩🇪 GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement processes, with a focus on supplier relationship management, risk mitigation, and data-driven decision-making. Proficient in utilizing digital sourcing tools and ERP systems to optimize procurement strategies and enhance operational efficiency.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementContract ManagementDigital Sourcing ToolsAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

ProcurementSpend AnalysisValue EngineeringRisk MitigationContract ExecutionInventory StrategiesData-Driven RecommendationsNPIMulti-SourcingLifecycle Cost Decisions

Soft Skills

CommunicationCross-Functional CollaborationOrganizationPrioritizationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ERFXEAuctionsAI Negotiation PlatformsSAP Purchasing ModulesLEAP

Industry Keywords

SustainabilitySupplier DiversityResponsible SourcingComplianceCybersecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute category strategies aligned to Solstice’s business plan, including site procure plan through spend analysis, benchmarking, and opportunity assessments.
Build multi-year sourcing pipelines focused on productivity, consumption reduction, value engineering, and continuous improvement.
Own executive-level supplier relationship management to elevate quality, delivery, cost, sustainability, and innovation performance.
Identify, qualify, and onboard innovative suppliers that support business growth, digitalization, and responsible sourcing.
Establish and manage supplier Kaizen Business Alignment Events.
Execute contracts/SOWs within threshold, partnering with Legal, Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Privacy as needed.
Ensure 100% adherence to enterprise contracting policies and platforms (e.g., LEAP) and regulatory/commercial requirements.
Mitigate risk through appropriate terms (liability, IP, data protection, export controls), and ensure documentation accuracy.
Improve working capital via payment term optimization, inventory strategies (e.g., VMI/consignment), and lead-time reduction.
Support site tactical procurement escalations, reconciliations, and reporting; drive root-cause analysis and preventive actions.
Partner with Operations, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to translate requirements into sourcing strategies and executable plans.
Provide data-driven recommendations that influence make/buy, NPI, dual/multi-sourcing, and lifecycle cost decisions.
Communicate clearly across levels, enabling alignment and timely decision-making.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree (Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related).
3–5+ years of experience in procurement/sourcing for direct and/or indirect categories.
Advanced knowledge of strategic sourcing and procurement processes.
Fluent English and strong analytical skills.
Experience with digital sourcing tools (eRFX, eAuctions, AI negotiation platforms), and ERP systems (e.g., SAP Purchasing Modules).
Strong negotiation and contract management skills, including risk and compliance awareness.
Experience with sustainability, supplier diversity, and responsible sourcing initiatives.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options