Buyer- Chemical Raw Materials

RITA Corporation is a well-established manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals serving the personal care industry. Our Corporate headquarters is located in Crystal Lake, IL. We are seeking a strategic Buyer to join our Supply Chain team.

The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and procuring specialty chemical raw materials from domestic and international suppliers. This role manages approximately $3M–$10M in annual spend and plays a key role in cost control, supply continuity, and supplier performance.

The ideal candidate understands commodity-based purchasing and can anticipate market fluctuations, supply risk, and pricing trends within the chemical industry.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for specialty chemical raw materials
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements
• Manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure cost, quality, and reliability
• Forecast demand and align purchasing plans with sales and production requirements
• Monitor chemical commodity markets and global supply conditions to proactively manage cost and risk
• Coordinate with logistics, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure timely and compliant deliveries
• Analyze purchasing data to identify cost savings and process improvements
• Support cross-functional planning with operations, sales, and regulatory teams

• 3+ years of procurement experience in chemical manufacturing or other regulated raw material industries (personal care, specialty ingredients, pharmaceutical, or food manufacturing)
• Direct experience purchasing regulated or hazardous materials
• Experience negotiating supply agreements in commodity-driven markets
• Familiarity with SDS documentation, hazmat classifications, and domestic/international shipping requirements
• Experience forecasting demand and managing inventory in a manufacturing environment
• International sourcing experience required
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Chemistry, or related field preferred

Additional experience in strategic sourcing and commodity market analysis may be considered for higher-level placement.

• Established, privately held company with long-term stability
• Collaborative, cross-functional environment
• Opportunity to influence cost strategy and supplier performance

The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000 – $105,000 annually
. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.