Tolls and Merchants Buyer
Vacancy Number: req4942
Location: Cowick
Location Address:
Cowick Hall, Snaith
Goole, East Yorkshire, DN14 9AA
United Kingdom
Closing Date: 15/06/2025
Croda is a FTSE100 organisationdriven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.
We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Tolls and Merchants Buyer to join our Purchasing team to manage short and long term contracts for materials which are of significant value to the company’s business.
You will be responsible for employing creative purchasing strategies to provide for the sourcing of tolled and merchant products for the business at the lowest possible cost. You will be expected to attain a concise understanding of the supply chain and to take necessary action to ensure continuity of supply of these materials from chosen suppliers.
Who We’re Looking For:
At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.
1. You will be educated to degree level, preferably within a scientific related discipline
2. A CIPS Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply is desirable but not essential
3. Fluent in English. Knowledge of other European languages is an advantage, in particular French.
4. IT/SAP competence
5. Excellent commercial and negotiating skills
6. Good interpersonal skills
7. Good planning and organising skills
8. Ability to analyse data from a wide variety of sources
What You’ll Be Doing:
Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.
9. Develop the existing supplier network and propose new strategic partners
10. Work to prevent or actively solve day to day problems which arise with suppliers
11. Continually review the toll/merchant portfolio and put forward and implement ideas
12. Increase commercial benefits whilst reducing risk to the business
13. Own regional & global contracts with toll/merchant vendors
What We Offer:
Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
14. Defined benefit pension scheme
15. 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
16. Private medical insurance
17. Free lunch in on-site restaurant
18. Access to share plans
19. Cycle to work scheme
20. Car leasing scheme
21. Generous parental leave
22. Retail platform benefits
23. Free car parking on Croda sites
24. Flexible working arrangements
Additional Information
This is a hybrid position based at our Cowick site.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email .
Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.