Full-Time

Procurement Manager Third Party

Posted on 11/1/2025

Solenis

Solenis

5,001-10,000 employees

Global specialty chemicals for water treatment

No salary listed

Madrid, Spain + 1 more

More locations: Sant Cugat del Vallès, Barcelona, Spain

Hybrid

Hybrid work model; occasional travel across Europe.

Category
Operations & Logistics (2)
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Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, procurement, chemistry, manufacturing, or related field (Master’s is a plus).
  • 5–6 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, or engineering, including at least 2 years in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
  • Familiarity with the chemical industry, cleaning product chemistries, or regulatory frameworks (BPR, REACH) is an advantage.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills: able to engage confidently with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
  • Proactive mindset: ready to take initiative and go beyond the basics.
  • Strong analytical skills, structured approach, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • A true team player who thrives in a collaborative, international, and matrix-based environment.
  • Fluent English is required.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally across Europe.
Responsibilities
  • Manage commercial terms and business relationships with 3rd Party Manufacturing partners in Europe, aligning with global and regional strategies.
  • Negotiate contracts, fees, conditions, and costs with suppliers.
  • Engage suppliers on pricing and supply-related issues for new product quotes, volume transfers, and cost-saving projects.
  • Support new business initiatives, including designing end-to-end supply chain processes from raw & pack material sourcing to delivery.
  • Work closely with internal functions (chemistry, portfolio, product management, quality, supply chain) to ensure alignment and performance.
  • Generate and implement cost-reduction and efficiency ideas (TCO focus).
  • Oversee supplier audits, manage supply performance issues, and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards (BPR, REACH, etc.).
  • Contribute to innovation and new technology projects.

Solenis provides specialty chemicals and related services for water-intensive industries, helping with water treatment and process optimization. It sells tailored chemical solutions and offers services like performance monitoring and consulting, with revenue from both chemicals and services. After merging with Diversey, it now offers cleaning and hygiene solutions, broadening its portfolio. Its goal is to help industrial customers manage water use and process challenges efficiently while reducing environmental impact and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$6.8B

Headquarters

Wilmington, Delaware

Founded

1907

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Beihai facility starts Q2 2027, capturing Guangxi pulp growth with local production.
  • 74% revenue from sustainable solutions aligns with client environmental regulations.
  • NCH acquisition enhances middle-market reach and innovation in digital water treatments.

What critics are saying

  • China regulators block Beihai facility over security, halting $35M investment now.
  • Ecolab undercuts Beihai polymers pricing, eroding 20-30% Southeast Asia share in 12 months.
  • NCH integration causes 15% talent exodus, losing $50M synergies in 6 months.

What makes Solenis unique

  • Solenis specializes in water treatment chemicals for pulp, paper, and mining sectors.
  • Diversey merger expands hygiene solutions beyond traditional water-intensive industries.
  • ValueAdvantage program delivers $349M customer value through tailored sustainability services.

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Benefits

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Dental Insurance

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401(k) Retirement Plan

Company News

PR Newswire
Feb 24th, 2026
Solenis reports 74% of revenue from sustainable solutions as it integrates recent acquisitions

Solenis, a global provider of water and hygiene solutions, has released its 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing progress driven by business growth and integration. The company invested $4.68 million in sustainable capital projects, improved workplace safety by 22% year-over-year, and achieved 96% participation in its culture survey. The report highlights $349 million in documented customer value delivered through its ValueAdvantage programme, up from $257 million previously. Additionally, 74% of revenue came from solutions supporting customer sustainability initiatives, whilst 91% of active innovation programmes focused on sustainability or circularity. Solenis completed integration of recent acquisitions and announced the acquisition of NCH Corporation, which closed in November 2025. The company also opened a new Global Research Center in Delaware to develop solutions for water stewardship and resource efficiency.

PULPAPERnews
Sep 26th, 2025
Solenis and Heidelberg to develop new barrier coatings

Solenis and heidelberg to develop new barrier coatings.

Leeds for Learning
Sep 24th, 2025
Teacher encounter with Solenis: for the attention of all Engineering, DT, Maths and Science curriculum specialists

As part of Bradford Manufacturing Weeks 2025, Solenis, in partnership with Yorkshire Water and the University of Bradford, are delivering a Teacher Encounter to enable educators to fully understand current manufacturing and engineering practise and share up to date knowledge and skills with their students.

Platinum Equity
Sep 22nd, 2025
Solenis To Acquire Clearon Corp. and Combine Pool Businesses

Acquisition will expand Solenis’ product offering and strengthen its ability to supply cost-effective, sustainable solutions for recreational pool and spa customers, providing clean, clear, safer water. WILMINGTON, Del. and SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. (USA) — Solenis and Clearon Corp. have announced that Solenis has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Clearon. This acquisition will enable […]

readmagazine.com
Jun 23rd, 2025
Solenis Partners with NCH Corporation to Drive Innovation

Solenis, and NCH Corporation a middle-market water treatment and industrial solutions, announced an agreement to merge the two businesses

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