Operational Buyer

UBE C1 Chemicals America; Waggaman (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

UBE Corporation America Inc. is seeking an Operational Buyer to join our Louisiana chemical plant team.

You will support day-to-day purchasing activities, ensure timely procurement of goods and services, and communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and suppliers in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of procurement experience, SAP familiarity, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of procurement or supply chain experience.
• Experience with SAP and data management.

Responsibilities

• Execute day-to-day purchasing activities including PO creation, order tracking, and invoice resolution.
• Process requisitions and convert them into POs in SAP.
• Support spot buys and sourcing activities to ensure site operations.
• Maintain vendor information, pricing, and material records.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to fulfill procurement requirements.
• Expedite orders and manage delivery timelines.
• Assist with contract implementation and supplier performance monitoring.
• Participate in data collection, reporting, and KPI tracking.

Skills

Procurement

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Vendor coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

ERP systems

Job description

We are a Chemicals manufacturing plant looking for an Operational Buyer to join our team. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized professional with strong transactional procurement experience. The successful candidate will support day-to-day purchasing activities, ensure timely procurement of goods and services, and maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and uphold procurement policies and processes.

Requirements

• Execute day-to-day purchasing activities including purchase order creation, order tracking, and invoice resolution.


• Process requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in ERP systems (e.g., SAP).


• Support spot buys and low-to-medium complexity sourcing activities to ensure uninterrupted site operations.


• Have a good understanding of Chemical purchases and experience with direct and indirect chemicals.


• Maintain accurate and up-to-date master data in procurement systems including vendor information, pricing, and material records.


• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely fulfillment of procurement requirements.


• Expedite orders and proactively manage delivery timelines to avoid operational disruptions.


• Resolve issues related to orders, invoices, suppliers, and system discrepancies.


• Support contract implementation and ensure compliance with agreed terms and conditions.


• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and monitor basic supplier performance metrics.


• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and audit requirements.


• Assist with onboarding new suppliers and maintaining supplier documentation.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes and automation.


• Participate in data collection, reporting, and KPI tracking activities.


• Collaborate with Category Managers and Site Procurement team to support sourcing strategies.


• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiencies within operational buying scope.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, etc.).


• Strong understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P) processes.


• Ability to manage transactional procurement activities efficiently and accurately.


• Basic knowledge of sourcing procedures, contracts, and supplier management.


• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.


• Ability to analyze data and support reporting activities.


• Familiarity with procurement policies and compliance requirements.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Good organizational and time management abilities.


• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.


• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to elevate issues when required.


• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities under pressure.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in: Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field is preferred.


• 2–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.


• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP.


• Demonstrated experience in transactional procurement activities.


• Experience in supplier coordination and order management processes.


• Experience in data management, reporting, and process compliance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM or equivalent) are a plus.


• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: UBE Corporation America Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.