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Arkema · 21 hours ago

Purchasing Assistant Job

Arkema is a company involved in the Raw Materials and Energy Purchasing sector, and they are seeking a Purchasing Assistant. This role supports daily procurement activities by processing purchasing data, contracts, pricing, and invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies.

IndustrialManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
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Responsibilities

Create, verify, and maintain accurate material pricing data to protect variable margins
Manage purchasing documentation, including contracts, vendor setup, pricing, and payment terms
Maintain and manage procurement workflows within internal systems (MDP, ERP)
Resolve invoice discrepancies and exceptions in collaboration with suppliers
Support reconciliation activities for a large spend portfolio
Ensure credit notes and rebates are obtained, posted, and tracked
Identify recurring issues and support root-cause problem resolution
Support supplier assessment and compliance activities
Review supplier documentation to ensure policy and regulatory requirements are met
Maintain high accuracy for audit readiness and internal controls

Qualification

ERP experienceSAP experienceMicrosoft OfficeAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableAnalytical skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsEffective communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

High School diploma required
ERP experience required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, formulas)
Ability to work accurately in data-driven and process-oriented systems
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Preferred

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
1–2 years of experience in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or a related function preferred
SAP experience preferred
Experience in Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable preferred

Company

Arkema produces speciality chemicals.

H1B Sponsorship

Arkema has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (2)
2024 (4)
2023 (3)
2022 (2)
2021 (5)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1.47B
2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $581.65M
2025-05-20Post Ipo Debt· $451.53M
2024-03-14Post Ipo Debt· $435.31M

Leadership Team

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Thierry Le Hénaff
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
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Marie-José Donsion
Group CFO
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