Global Chemical Procurement Buyer | Supply Chain

Symrise AG; Granada; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Symrise AG is seeking a proactive Tactical Buyer for its Granada operations to secure chemical raw materials for manufacturing. You will work with suppliers, logistics providers, production, and planning teams to ensure timely delivery, smooth import processes, and continuous supply in a dynamic production setting.

The role emphasizes coordinating shipments, monitoring material availability and prices, and maintaining strong supplier relationships while supporting procurement improvements and

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or logistics.
• Knowledge of import/export processes and international logistics.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of English written and spoken.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail.
• Team-oriented mindset and collaborative problem solving.
• SAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Previous purchasing or logistics experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase order follow-up, delivery tracking, and supplier coordination.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments, including import and customs processes.
• Maintain close communication with suppliers, forwarders, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor raw material availability, prices, and delivery performance.
• Coordinate deliveries with Planning, Production, Quality, and Warehouse teams.
• Support supplier qualification and procurement improvement initiatives.
• Review logistics and transportation invoices.
• Manage samples, documentation, and procurement records.
• Provide backup support within the procurement team when required.
• Contribute to maintaining efficient inventory levels and supply continuity.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

Logistics

Communication

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Team collaboration

SAP

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Symrise AG is seeking a proactive Tactical Buyer for its Granada operations to secure chemical raw materials for manufacturing. You will work with suppliers, logistics providers, production, and planning teams to ensure timely delivery, smooth import processes, and continuous supply in a dynamic production setting.

The role emphasizes coordinating shipments, monitoring material availability and prices, and maintaining strong supplier relationships while supporting procurement improvements and