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Job Description
BUYER Req #1702 9 Peach Tree Hill Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039, USA Apply Share Job Description Posted Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 12:00 AM Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas. Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid. We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities. Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.
BUYER POSITION OBJECTIVE
This petro-chemical industry Purchasing Buyer/Agent position exists to perform the assigned Purchasing work to solicit the most competitive quotes in the most efficient and effective manner, reduce costs and obtain quality products with on-time delivery. The Purchasing Buyer/Agent conducts the procurement activities by procurement techniques (e.g. Analyzing previous cost, market trend and etc..), while ensuring the services can meet the timeline with the quality work in support of centralized procurement activities. Purchasing buyers aim to secure raw materials, services, and equipment at the lowest total.
Ensure Uninterrupted Supply:
Preventing production shutdowns due to shortages of critical raw materials/equipment/spare parts.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Negotiate to obtain the best possible price/terms for total cost saving & company best interest. Perform the Purchasing services for the Plant Expansion and/or MRO (Maintenance/Repair /Operation) work at the Right time, with the Right quality, in the Right quantity, and at the Right price and procuring equipment/material/spare parts to keep plants running. Evaluate bidder(s)' proposal(s) document and specification, and analyze the prices, previous performance, commitments and indications of financial responsibility in order to recommend the most advantageous proposal. Verify the correctness of Purchase Order and/or Contract documentation in order to properly issue the PO/Award. Evaluate bid responsiveness, vendor(s)' responsibility and its performance by observing and monitoring market conditions and business practices. Perform job accountability and position function in terms of objectives, priorities and deadlines, and effectively communicate, collaborate, facilitate the communications between internal and external contacts including Plant Users (e.g. Engineering Center, Maintenance and Operation Groups), Legal, Accounting, and, all other contacts. On time Blanket Orders renewal (issue BO renewal inquiries, evaluation/negotiation/final award/accounting certification). Inventory Optimization & Just-in-Time (JIT)
Delivery:
Allows for deliveries to be made on as-needed basis, helping the buyers reduce inventory holding costs while ensuring a steady supply to prevent shortages.
QUALIFICATIONS
Entry Level or 1 year experience as Buyer Good in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Outlook. Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment. Must be detail oriented. Good verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge of AS400 is a plus. Bachelor's degree. Must have regular, reliable attendance as well as the ability to work outside the regular schedule as required. Check Out Our Benefits Health Coverage and Perks Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care Short-term Disability Long-term Disability Group Term Life, Dependent and Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Work/Life Balance 10 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off for a balanced life (Vacation, Sick and Personal Time) FlexTime Available Competitive Compensation Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, Cash Balance, Pension Plan Job Details Job Family PF Job Function R Pay Type Salary Scan this QR code and apply! Download 9 Peach Tree Hill Rd, Livingston, NJ 07039, USA
