Jonathan R.

About Jonathan R.

Highly skilled professional with experience in coordinating with a team, ability to negotiate terms effectively with excellent communication skills to enhance the overall strategic plan. Supports and shape new employees into proper form while actively building and maintaining relationships. Exceptionally strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Experience

1. Buyer Ii (Chemical and Packaging)

   Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.

   Dec 2023 — Present · Livingston, NJ, US

   Direct and optimize $20M+ in annual procurement operations, with specialized responsibility for key chemical commodities including multiple grades of polyethylene (HDPE, LLDPE, LDPE), polypropylene (homopolymers, impact and random copolymers), titanium dioxide (TiO₂), aluminum ethoxide (AET), cobalt acetate, and a wide range of catalysts.• Lead sourcing strategies and high-value negotiations to secure a resilient, cost-effective chemical supply base aligned with production and quality requirements.• Exercise award authority through comprehensive evaluation of chemical-market proposals, supplier performance metrics, and risk indicators across financial, operational, regulatory, and safety domains.• Develop and implement cost-reduction and risk-mitigation initiatives, using advanced spend analytics and market intelligence to navigate price volatility and global supply trends.• Oversee ISO- and SOP-compliant procurement processes, resolving vendor, logistics, safety documentation, and payment issues to protect manufacturing continuity.• Provide guidance to junior buyers and internal stakeholders, helping standardize procurement best practices across chemical sourcing activities.

Education

• Seton Hall University

  Bachelor of Science, Social Studies Teacher Education

• Seton Hall University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Social and Behavioral Sciences

• TripleTen

  Quality Assurance , Quality Assurance