- Bachlor Degree in Chemistry or chemical Engineering is preferred; Master Degree in business administration (MBA) is advantageous
- Minimum 7 – 8 years work experience in procurement or similar area; experience in procurement, sales or marketing of commodities (e.g. specialty chemicals) is an additional advantage
- Strong negotiation skills
- Knowledge of supplier, market environment, products and technologies within respective area
- Knowledge of procurement processes and guidelines
- Excellent in English
- Good IT skills (e.g. SAP R/3 Cobalt, SAP Business Warehouse, Strategic Procurement Suite)