Procurement Representative

Eastman Chemical B.V.; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastman Chemical B.V. in Rotterdam is seeking a Procurement Representative to secure raw materials, manage purchases, and ensure timely deliveries and accurate payments through Eastman processes.

You will serve as the day-to-day coordinator for Purchase for Resale agreements, collaborating with AMS, CSRs, Logistics, and the Global Quality team to optimize inventory and supplier performance. The role requires a university degree, SAP experience, and strong communication with attention to detail

Qualifications

• University degree in business, engineering, or related field required.
• Experience with procurement processes and cross-functional collaboration preferred.
• Experience with SAP procurement transactions is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Place orders for raw material purchases and manage inventory levels.
• Coordinate day-to-day Procurements for PFR agreements with AMS, CSRs, Logistics, and Quality teams.
• Maintain strong cross-functional relationships with CSRs and stakeholders.
• Ensure SAP-based order coordination and compliance with procedures.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement with suppliers and internal teams.
• Ensure SOX, ISO and other regulatory requirements are met.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Judgment

Influence without authority

Education

University degree in business/engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

The Role

The Procurement Representative procures raw materials based on business demand by executing individual purchases and agreements in accordance with Eastman procurement processes. The role supports reliable material availability, appropriate inventory levels, timely delivery, and accurate payment execution.

In addition, the Procurement Representative acts as the operational day-to-day coordination point for Purchase for Resale (PFR) agreements, managing co-supplier transactions in close collaboration with the Alternative Methods of Supply (AMS) Agreement Manager, Customer Service Representatives (CSRs), Logistics Planners, Material Planners, and the Global Quality team.

The role develops working knowledge of procurement processes, tools, suppliers, assigned materials, and PFR transactions. It requires sound judgment, strong cross-functional collaboration, and a high level of accuracy to ensure compliant and effective execution in SAP.

Responsibilities

• Place orders for raw material purchases while maintaining appropriate inventories, as applicable, and ensuring timely delivery and proper payment execution.
• Act as the operational day-to-day coordination point for Purchase for Resale (PFR) agreements, managing co-supplier transactions in close collaboration with the AMS Agreement Manager, CSRs, Logistics Planners, Material Planners, and Global Quality.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships through daily interaction with CSRs and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure seamless order coordination and execution throughout the PFR process in SAP.
• Ensure strict adherence to established procedures and compliance requirements, recognizing the regulatory, quality, and contractual obligations associated with PFR transactions.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail to safeguard the compliant execution of all PFR transactions.
• Obtain and evaluate commercial information related to potential business opportunities, including price, availability, packaging, sales specifications, and other relevant factors.
• Select suppliers and determine delivery timing for specific materials using sound judgment and established procurement processes.
• Investigate and resolve issues involving Accounting, Receiving, Logistics, suppliers, Planning, Legal, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, business units, and other internal stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute inventory reports, price reports, and supply forecasts, as applicable.
• Support the development of procurement plans, strategies, supplier profiles, and other components of the assigned work unit.
• Build expertise in assigned materials, suppliers, procurement processes, PFR activities, and related tools.
• Identify and initiate opportunities for continuous improvement by engaging with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support productivity improvements within procurement processes and activities.
• Comply with all applicable company and government requirements, including SOX, ISO, HSE, regulatory, quality, and contractual requirements.
• Participate in continued development through mentoring, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• University degree in business, engineering, a related technical field, or an equivalent discipline or a comparable qualification with several years of professional experience in business.
• Eastman procurement experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively with peers and management.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across global, cross-functional teams.
• Ability to influence teams and stakeholders without direct authority.
• Demonstrated judgment, problem-solving ability, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience using SAP, particularly in connection with order coordination or procurement transactions.
• Experience in procurement, supply chain, materials management, customer service, logistics, or a related business environment.
• Experience working with suppliers and internal stakeholders across multiple functions.
• Familiarity with Purchase for Resale transactions, co-supplier arrangements, or agreement management.