Huntsman

Buyer Procurement Operations

Costa Rica · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerHuntsman
LocationCosta Rica
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted4 Sep 2026

Job Description:

Huntsman is seeking a for a Buyer Procurement Operations supporting the GBS Division located in Costa Rica. This position will report to the Direct Procurement Team Lead.

Job Scope

The Buyer Procurement Operations is responsible for executing purchase-to-pay activities, maintaining purchasing data, coordinating with suppliers and stakeholders, supporting operational procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procurement standards. This role serves as a key liaison between purchasing, manufacturing sites, suppliers, and internal stakeholders while driving process improvements and operational efficiencies.

In summary, as the Buyer Procurement Operations, you will:

Execute the purchase-to-pay process by ensuring order accuracy, placing purchase orders, and processing invoice disputes in a compliant manner for multiple purchasing areas.

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Ensure alignment, support, and follow-up of logistic and operational activities in line with demand and company targets, including the order confirmation process.

Manage and maintain purchasing data including pricing and order profiles, supplier data, and orders placed according to strategic sourcing expectations.

Collaborate with commercial purchasing teams and key stakeholders by serving as the daily operational contact between purchasing and manufacturing sites or administrative departments.

Identify process improvement opportunities to drive automation, streamline processes, and create efficiencies aligned with procurement strategy and business objectives.

Provide status updates to internal stakeholders regarding purchased goods and services within company information management standards.

Ensure compliance with organizational policies and procedures related to environmental, health, safety, and security standards.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica.

All candidates are expected to work at our office in AFZ, Heredia on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Please note that there may be occasions where additional office days are required, due specific business needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience/educational requirements may be waived for internal candidates.

1+ years of direct experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, logistics, or a related business function.

Understanding of the purchasing process.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

B2+ English proficiency required.

Skills and knowledge

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Continuous improvement mindset and ability to identify process optimization opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a shared services or global business services environment.

Experience with SAP, SAP 1 or other ERP systems.

Knowledge of procurement best practices and strategic sourcing processes.

Experience supporting manufacturing or supply chain operations.

Working Environment

Office-based position within a shared services environment.

Ability to work in a hybrid work environment.

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