Job title - Buyer ME&S UK and Nordics Location - Dalry Job model -On Site We have a permanent vacancy on the Dalry site within the Business Support Department working on dayshift. Your key responsibilities: Act as the first point of contact for all stakeholders at local and regional sites in the domain of Manufacturing and Laboratory procurement activities. Collaborate with Indirect Manufacturing & Capex procurement Category Managers to develop, implement, and manage category strategies. Contribute to the development and execution of the Indirect Procurement MES strategy at local and regional levels. Collaborate and exchange best practices across the Indirect Buyer community within dsm-firmenich. Lead negotiations, supplier selection, contracting and contract management processes using using dsm-firmenich and NEC4 contracts. Develop and manage supplier relationships to achieve key operational and financial objectives and drive sustainable and innovative solutions. Manage contracts and proactively initiate renewals or tender for existing contracts. Oversee capex projects (<10 million), working closely with category managers and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, monitoring the P2P process and driving efficiency. Manage contracts and proactively initiate renewals or new tenders for existing contracts. Facilitate structured, result-driven communication and meetings. We bring: Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative Opportunity to build a career, making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change A dynamic work environment with many challenges that give you the possibility to work autonomously and with a team in finding the right solutions. You are giving the freedom to be creative and proactive A good Collective Labor Agreement and competitive salary You bring: Bachelor's degree in a technical and/or business discipline (master's degree preferred) Minimum 5 years expertise in either CAPEX Procurement or Technical Business Procurement context with project management experience. The Buyer must be proactive and a team player, driving the improvement culture inside his team and with the stakeholders Other essential behaviors are strategic thinking & creativity Collaboration excellence Negotiation skills Business Athlete Influencing Stakeholder management Result oriented Resilience Emotional intelligence Entrepreneurial Verbal communication Dealing with complexity Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment About dsm-firmenich At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together. Our application process Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www.dsm-firmenich.com/careers). Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to Agency Statement Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency's fees, percentages or similar.