Regional (Asia) Raw Material Buyer

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

• A strategic Raw Material Buyer for Aroma Performance to play a critical role in the procurement of key raw materials that fuel innovation across our global operations. Positioned at the crossroads of market intelligence, supplier strategy, and business transformation, the job holder will manage a high-impact product portfolio that supports Syensqo’s commitment to sustainable growth within our Aroma Performance business.

We count on you for:

• Global Market Insight: Stay ahead of emerging trends, supply chain dynamics, and cost movements—turning data into strategic advantage.

• Strategic sourcing: Craft and deploy forward-thinking sourcing and category strategies aligned with business goals.

• Supplier partnerships: Negotiate high-value agreements, lead performance reviews, and drive continuous improvement.

• Contract leadership: Finalize and execute supplier contracts, SLAs, and compliance controls across the value chain.

• Value creation: Identify and deliver cost savings, innovation opportunities, and productivity improvements.

• Risk and ethics: Proactively manage risk and promote Syensqo’s high standards in procurement ethics and sustainability.

• Operational excellence: Use of SAP and digital procurement platforms to ensure seamless execution and reporting.

• Tolling management: manage commercial and operational relationships with local toll manufacturers to ensure cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and quality performance.

You can count on us for:  

• Career development opportunities within a dynamic organization.

• Play a strategic role in the procurement of key raw material.

You will bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Chemistry, or Economics; MBA is a plus

• 5-10 years of strategic procurement experience, preferably in the chemicals or manufacturing sector along with toller management

• Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen

• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across stakeholders

• Fluency in ERP systems (ideally SAP) and procurement best practices

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market signals to support smart, strategic decision-making

• Expertise in Google Workspace or Microsoft tools 

• Fluency in English and Chinese

You will get:

• Competitive Compensation 

• 16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave

• Training platform for all employees

Additional information:

• Location: Shanghai

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.