Purchasing Agent

About the role

At Kraton, we make a +Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our Operations team at our Belpre, Ohio location. We believe in making a +Difference, as a global manufacturer of sustainable specialty polymers and biobased pine chemicals, delivering innovative, high‑performance solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the placement of large purchase orders or in purchasing larger items, and own responsibility for negotiating purchase of smaller items.
• Support Category Managers in securing goods and services at best value to ensure the continuous operation of production facilities.
• Responsible for adherence to Purchasing policies and procedures.
• Executes buying strategies as defined by Purchasing Management.
• Partners with buyers and agents, as necessary.
• This requires working knowledge of all of the Kraton domestic production facilities.
• Evaluate vendor reliability and follows up on any problems regarding the use of purchased items.

Required Skills

• 3‑5 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management, purchasing, and commercial coordination
• Negotiating Skills
• Communication Skills
• Experience with SAP purchasing procedures
• Ability to mentor or train other purchase agents

Education, Certifications & Licenses

• High School diploma, required
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Business (preferred)

Benefits

• Medical Insurance, including TeleDoc – multiple plans available with Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Advocate – free support to help you understand your coverage and answer questions
• Life Insurance – base coverage paid for by Kraton with option for additional coverage
• 401k – Kraton provides matching contributions based on enrollment level
• Employee Assistance Program – provided at no cost to employees
• Accident, Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance