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Buyer Job

Location: 

Radnor, PA, US

Employment Type:  Regular
Category:  Procurement / Purchasing
Posting Date:  Nov 20, 2025

Job Title: Buyer

Division: Raw Materials & Energy Purchasing

Location: Radnor, PA

 

Arkema Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to support the purchasing of distribution and packaging raw materials. This role is critical to ensuring timely procurement, accurate order processing, and effective supplier communication. The Buyer will manage purchase orders, resolve delivery issues, and assist Strategic Sourcing Managers with projects that drive efficiency and cost optimization.

 

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Purchase Order Management

  • Process purchase requisitions in alignment with defined strategies and company policies.
  • Review requisitions for accuracy and completeness; resolve discrepancies.
  • Reconcile invoices and update delivery dates as needed.

 

Issue Resolution

  • Communicate and resolve conflicts in delivery schedules between planners and suppliers.
  • Log and monitor supplier complaints to ensure timely resolution and prevent recurrence.

 

Support Strategic Sourcing Managers

  • Assist with strategy implementation, S&OP meetings, and inventory management.
  • Provide forecasts to suppliers and support risk management projects.
  • Learn bid evaluation and award processes; maintain accurate data and reports.

 

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.

 

Experience: Minimum 2 years in Procurement/Sourcing/Supply Chain (or 5 years for non-degreed individuals).

 

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Proficiency in SAP, MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint), and query tools.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
  • Negotiation skills preferred.

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Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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