Supply Chain Coordinator​/Buyer

About Us

Brenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution. The company holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, Brenntag has more than 17,000 employees worldwide and operates a network of more than 670 sites in 77 countries. In 2020, Brenntag generated sales of around 11.8 billion EUR. The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a full-line portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how, and digital solutions for a wide range of industries.

In the field of sustainability, Brenntag pursues specific goals and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag shares are listed at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and are included in the MDAX and DAX 50 ESG. For more information, visit

The Supply Chain Coordinator has ownership of purchasing and product inventory levels.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage regional inventory of assigned product lines

• Maintain regional stocking limits

• Determine product needs and manage PO process (creation to receipt)

• Enter transfer requisitions between warehouse for assigned product lines

• Work with Product Management and Pricing teams on product pricing to ensure accuracy and product allocations; identify cost savings opportunities

• Communicate product shortfalls with Customer Service and manage inventory levels of assigned product lines

• Build vendor relationships, manage returns, and maintain vendor files

• Work closely with Operations on scheduling (POs, batches, etc)

Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent experience required

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking

• Experience driving direct material sourcing savings

• Ability to build relationship and work well with others

• Assertive, effective, and solid written and verbal communication and negotiating skills

• Must have a proven record of meeting stringent deadlines

• Experience working with an ERP system and knowledge of MS Office programs:
  Word, Excel, Outlook, etc

Our Offer

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

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