Procurement Project Spec II

<strong>Job Description<br><br></strong>As a Procurement Project Specialist II here at Solstice, you will drive procurement strategies, manage supplier performance, and<br><br>ensure supply continuity. Strong negotiation and strategic thinking skills are essential. You will report directly to our Sr Materials<br><br>Management Manager, and you’ll work out of our Spokane, WA location.<br><br>This role is responsible for the purchasing and inventory management of <strong>indirect materials and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies</strong> in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position works closely with maintenance, operations, and production teams to ensure materials are available when needed while maintaining accurate inventory levels and strong supplier relationships. This role requires frequent <strong>direct interaction and follow-up with suppliers</strong> to support uninterrupted plant operations.<br><br><strong>Key Responsibilities<br><br></strong><strong>Purchasing & Supplier Management<br><br></strong><ul><li>Procure MRO and indirect materials such as maintenance parts, tools, consumables, and operating supplies</li><li>Create, review, and manage purchase orders in alignment with plant needs and budget guidelines</li><li>Maintain frequent communication with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, expediting, and delivery issues</li><li>Follow up proactively on open orders to ensure on-time delivery and resolve shortages or discrepancies</li><li>Support sourcing activities and identify opportunities for cost savings and supplier consolidation<br><br></li></ul><strong>Inventory Management<br><br></strong><ul><li>Maintain accurate plant inventory levels to support production and maintenance requirements</li><li>Monitor min/max levels, reorder points, and usage trends to prevent stockouts or excess inventory</li><li>Conduct cycle counts and assists with physical inventory activities</li><li>Work closely with maintenance and production teams to anticipate upcoming material needs</li><li>Ensure proper storage, labeling, and organization of MRO inventory<br><br></li></ul><strong>Plant & Cross-Functional Support<br><br></strong><ul><li>Act as the primary purchasing contact for maintenance and operations teams</li><li>Respond quickly to urgent or unplanned material needs typical of a manufacturing environment</li><li>Troubleshoot supply issues and provide solutions that minimize downtime</li><li>Support continuous improvement efforts related to inventory control and purchasing processes<br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong><strong>Must Have<br><br></strong><ul><li> Experience in manufacturing, maintenance, warehouse, or MRO buying </li><li> Prior exposure to indirect procurement, inventory control, or plant support roles </li><li> ERP or purchasing system experience preferred (SAP, Oracle, CMMS, or similar) </li><li> High school diploma or equivalent required <br><br></li></ul><strong>We Value<br><br></strong><ul><li> Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities </li><li> Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment </li><li> Strong verbal and written communication skills </li><li> Ability to build effective working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders </li><li> Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and purchasing systems </li><li> Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and follow-through <br><br></li></ul><strong>Compensation<br><br></strong>The annual base salary range for this position is <strong>$71775-$89770k</strong>. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Solstice Advanced Materials considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities or the position, the candidate's work experience education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.<br><br><strong>Benefits Of Working For Solstice Advanced Materials<br><br></strong>In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Solstice Advanced Materials employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer-subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. For more information visit: click here<br><br><strong>About Us<br><br></strong><strong>About Solstice Advanced Materials<br><br></strong>Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice®, Genetron®, Aclar®, Spectra®, Fluka™, and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice’s approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science. For more information, visit Advanced Materials .

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