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Job Description Description Senior Supply Chain Specialist Location: Chennai, India Required Language: English Employment Type: Full-Time Seniority Level: Entry Level Travel Mode: Moderate About Us Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in Memphis, TN, USA, committed to safeguarding the environment, maintaining safety in the workplace, and promoting sustainable development. Buckman works proactively and collaboratively with its worldwide customers in pulp, paper, leather, and water treatment to deliver exceptional service and innovative specialty chemical solutions to help boost productivity, reduce risk, improve product quality, and provide a measurable return on investment. Buckman is in the middle of a digital transformation of its businesses and is focused on building the capabilities and tools in support this. Purpose This position is primarily responsible for the effective and efficient support of our supply chain, customer service, distribution & warehouse operations, compliance and regulations to achieve the highest level of order fulfilment, customer satisfaction and compliance, and in meeting our goals of profitability and cash flow as well as customers needs. Providing the operation analysis and making recommendations for proactively improving our inventory management, 3PL & distribution, regulations and any operations related function In addition, you will be supporting Purchasing team with your regular inputs and be able to lead and manage a team of highly motivated people across APAC. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in chemical or mechanical engineering Professional certification in Procurement or Sourcing 7-10 years of Manufacturing and Sourcing experience in identifying, developing new sources and subcontractors for Tolling or subcontract operations and in sourcing Raw material, Intermediaries and finished chemicals Suitable candidates work experience should be from Process or Industrial or fine chemical industries is a must. Key Responsibilities Supplier Management Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers and manufacturing subcontractors Conduct comprehensive supplier evaluations and maintain rating systems Lead contract negotiations and manage ongoing supplier relationships Monitor compliance and performance metrics across supplier network Support purchasing teams with strategic insights and recommendations Foster collaborative relationships across functional areas Strategic Operations Develop and implement cost reduction strategies for products and services Provide market intelligence and insights to enhance organizational preparedness Prepare comprehensive reports and actively participate in APAC and global meetings Identify opportunities to optimize subcontractor performance and operational efficiency Quality & Compliance Ensure subcontractors meet quality standards and technical specifications Implement robust quality control measures and resolve quality-related issues Monitor regulatory compliance across all procurement activities Apply manufacturing principles and quality assurance methodologies Technical Skills & Competencies Essential Technical Skills - SAP MM expertise with focus on Purchase modules (mandatory) - SAP MRP system understanding - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) Language Requirements - Fluent in English, Tamil, and Hindi with excellent oral and written communication skills Core Competencies - Strong project management capabilities - Advanced negotiation skills and relationship management - Data analysis and interpretation expertise - Quantitative analysis and critical thinking abilities - Complex problem-solving skills - High ethical standards and professional integrity Preferred Additional Skills - Experience with bidding and reverse bidding platforms - Advanced data analytics capabilities - Cross-cultural management experience in APAC markets What We Offer Join Buckman's digital transformation journey and contribute to our mission of delivering sustainable chemical solutions globally. This role offers the opportunity to spearhead strategic initiatives champion operational excellence and drive significant business impact across our APAC operations. while working with cutting-edge technologies and diverse, talented teams.