Location:
Talke
At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Are We the Perfect Match?
At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.
This role is a 12-month maternity cover and is based within the business services Team based at Sibelco Talke. This role is part-time (working days are flexible)
The successful candidate will be responsible for the procurement matters belonging to the cluster and will act as the point of contact for procurement matters. This role is responsible for the procurement activities, working closely with cluster stakeholders ensuring that all purchase requests and lower-value purchase contracts are executed in a timely and efficient manner.
In addition, this role is a true multitasker, also supporting the other elements of the Business Services Team.
Responsibilities:
- Manage supplier relationships – Onboarding suppliers and measuring/ monitoring suppliers’ performance (Only for those suppliers for which the BST manages the contract).
- Negotiate supplier contracts for small value purchases and execute accordingly, assuring all is done in compliance with Sibelco procurement policies and procedures.
- Generate Purchase Orders – Generate PO after approval of the PR (purchase requisition), sending the purchase order to the supplier; coaching and supporting requestors for use of marketplace, punching out catalogues for automated ordering and processing a confirmation from the supplier to deliver the products.
- Manage purchase orders within the ERP (including housekeeping of PO).
- Receive Goods/ Services – Resolving purchase order discrepancies in case of price or quantity deviation (requestor remains responsible for physical receipt of goods/services).
- Handle disputes and exceptions - Processing of vendor inquiries or disputes, working together with sub-regional team to take effective actions to resolve and prevent risks for the future.
- Handle master data change requests, and act as a single point of contact for contract changes.
- Handle vendor claims – Process claims, working together with the sub-regional team to resolve the claim.
- Provide ad-hoc support to the Sub-Regional procurement team when required
About you:
To be successful in this role, you will need to be fluent in both written and spoken English. Be a team player, have experience with an ERP system and have excellent negotiation and communication skills.
How to apply:
After the confidential discussion, if you decide to apply, please speak with your line manager to let them know that you will be applying and send your CV to
[email protected]Deadline for applications: Friday 23rd May 2025
Why Join Us?
Sibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:
- Meet Our People: Careers
- Learn About Our Recruitment Process: Learn More
- Discover Our Sustainability Goals: Sibelco priorities
We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.
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