Strategic Chemicals Procurement Specialist

MKS Instruments, Inc.; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Inc. in Rock Hill, SC, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to partner with Manufacturing, Planning, Quality, Finance, and suppliers to procure raw materials, resale products, and services that support production while optimizing cost, quality, and delivery.

You will report to the Procurement Manager. The role emphasizes developing procurement strategies, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and managing supplier performance to ensure timely delivery and quality, with collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of related procurement experience.
• Experience with chemicals.
• Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to acquire raw materials, resale products, and services that meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities, products, and services.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and agreements with suppliers to secure the best terms and conditions.
• Prepare and process purchase orders, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Review and act upon MRP messages and ERP reports to support material availability and production requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality of goods and services.
• Resolve issues related to procurement, such as delivery delays, material shortages, invoicing discrepancies, and quality concerns.
• Identify and develop new and alternate sources of supply to support business continuity and mitigate supply risk.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier information, including pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, planning, quality, and finance to support operational and business objectives.
• Support inventory optimization, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Procurement experience

Chemicals experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

MKS Inc. in Rock Hill, SC, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to partner with Manufacturing, Planning, Quality, Finance, and suppliers to procure raw materials, resale products, and services that support production while optimizing cost, quality, and delivery.

You will report to the Procurement Manager. The role emphasizes developing procurement strategies, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and managing supplier performance to ensure timely delivery and quality, with collaboration