Raw Material Buyer

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Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.

The Raw Material Buyer supports the Procurement Manager for Raw Materials & Projects by developing and executing tactical purchasing strategies aligned with business objectives. This role ensures the timely acquisition of materials, goods, and services that meet required quality standards, with a strong focus on total cost optimization. The position plays a key role in supplier management, cost control, and procurement planning. It also offers a clear development path toward leading buying portfolios and progressing into the Procurement Manager role.

Strategic & Operational Procurement

• Support the overall procurement strategy by identifying and executing action plans.
• Conduct market research and financial analysis on current and potential suppliers.
• Benchmark key cost drivers (e.g., labor, yield, raw and packaging materials) to support negotiation strategies.
• Lead cost-saving initiatives and ensure optimal purchasing decisions balancing cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, including local contract development.
• Develop price forecasts for key market trends and maintain monthly cost tracking (PPV, risks, and opportunities).

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure all new materials and suppliers comply with Halal requirements as part of the Halal Committee.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and maintain high standards of documentation and quality awareness.
• Comply with ISO13485 and other relevant regulatory standards applicable to the role.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• Promote a safe and healthy work environment by adhering to company policies and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Comply with ISO14001, ISO45001, and other EHS regulations relevant to the role.
• Take personal responsibility for safety, health, and environmental practices in the workplace.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Specialization in Purchasing or Supply Chain is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Consumer Products, Food, Personal Care, or Healthcare industries.
• Proven experience in supplier negotiation and contract management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic technical project management capabilities.
• Experience in negotiation and contracting.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical quality standards and regulatory procedures is a plus.
• Background in Pharma or Healthcare is preferred.