Procurement Assistant

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 70 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 23,000 professionals in 160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

Job Description

• The role supports end-to-end procurement operations by ensuring efficient execution of sourcing and purchasing activities in line with global policies.
• It provides operational and analytical support to Strategic Sourcing teams, enabling smooth implementation of sourcing strategies and contracts.
• The position manages PR-to-PO processing, Outline Agreement creation & maintenance, supplier onboarding, master data maintenance, and invoice issue resolution.
• It acts as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, suppliers, and procurement teams to ensure compliance and service excellence.
• This role contributes to reporting, process improvement, and continuous optimization of procurement and sourcing operations. 
• Audit purchase requisitions (PRs) and convert approved PRs into purchase orders (POs) in line with global sourcing and procurement policies.
• Manage the end-to-end PR-to-PO process for direct and indirect spend.
• Maintain Outline Agreements, Source Lists, supplier master data, and procurement records in SAP.
• Support supplier onboarding in COUPA and ensure compliance with onboarding and control requirements.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with suppliers and Accounts Payable.
• Provide guidance and ongoing training to internal stakeholders on procurement processes and best practices.
• Prepare ad-hoc and operational procurement reports to support business needs.
• Ensure compliance with audit, SOX, and internal control requirements.

Additional Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide operational and analytical support to Strategic Buyers and Category Managers across indirect and/or direct spend categories.
• Support the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, including RFx (RFI/RFQ/RFP) administration, bid analysis, and documentation of sourcing decisions.
• Maintain and update sourcing-related master data in SAP, including Outline Agreements, source lists, pricing conditions, and contract references.
• Support contract implementation and ensure sourcing outcomes are accurately reflected in procurement systems.
• Prepare and analyze spend, sourcing, and savings reports to support category strategies and management reviews.
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with global procurement policies and governance standards.

Position Requirements / Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant working experience in procurement operations, sourcing support, purchasing, or supply chain–related roles.
• Hands-on experience with SAP is required, including PR-to-PO processing, Outline Agreements, supplier master data, and procurement-related transactions.
• Fluent spoken English is required, with the ability to communicate effectively with regional/global stakeholders, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to prepare and interpret procurement, spend, and operational reports.
• Detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset to work effectively with cross-functional teams.