We are looking for an experienced Material Buyer (Chemicals) who will procure a variety of best quality chemicals to ensure adherence to the company’s manufacturing plans. You’ll manage supplier relationships, contribute to cost-saving initiatives, and help optimise our materials supply chain to support both our current production needs and future expansion. Working closely with our R&D teams you will also ensure successful delivery of our NPD/EPD projects.

This role reports into our Head of Procurement and is based onsite 3 days per week at our Innovation Centre in Aylesbury. (Hybrid 3 days onsite, 2 days from home)

What will you get involved in?

• Purchase best quality Chemicals to ensure that the weekly production plans can be met

• Research and evaluate potential suppliers based on factors such as price, quality, and reliability

• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain the best possible pricing, terms and ensure supply continuity

• Deliver agreed margin improvements and stockholding reductions

• Ensuring all Chemical purchases comply with internal CFI and Vegan requirements

• Work with R&D team to ensure successful delivery of all NPD/EPD projects

• Chemical Supplier approval, set-up and on-going management

• Escalates any issues with suppliers to ensure efficient and smooth resolutions and finding quick solutions

• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and regulations related to chemical sourcing

• ERP product set-up and Bill of Materials approval

What can you bring to the role?

• Highly experienced in purchasing Chemicals for the cosmetics/manufacturing industry

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Experience of working with ERP systems (e.g. Odoo)

• Experience of Supplier Management and delivering improvement plans

• Excellent IT skills: Microsoft Excel and Word or equivalent systems (G-suite)

• Have the ability to build relationships and work well with a variety of people

• Demonstrate a high level of teamwork, discipline, and enthusiasm

• Excellent organisational skills and a high attention to detail

Culture & Benefits

Some of the perks of being part of the Medik8 team include:
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Flexible & Hybrid working
- Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Long Service Awards
- 75% discount + Annual Product Allowance
- Flexible Career opportunities
- Up-skilling support + regular Lunch & Learns
- 2 Volunteering days per year
- Matched Charitable Giving Scheme

About us

Founded in 2009 by UK scientists and brothers, Elliot and Daniel Isaacs, we are a British, B Corp™ certified dermatological skincare brand, globally renowned for our age-defying heroes that deliver results without compromise.

Our mission is to simplify the route to great skin through the highest quality, most efficacious and trusted products on the market. All this is underpinned by our pioneering CSA Philosophy® of vitamin C plus sunscreen by day, and vitamin A (retinoids) by night which addresses 90% of anti-ageing skincare needs to deliver more youthful-looking skin.


Want to do a little more research before you apply?

Head over to our main careers page to find out more about the team and our values. You can also find out more about us on Linkedin, Glassdoor & Instagram.

At Medik8, we believe that diversity within our workplace drives innovation. We celebrate multiple backgrounds, cultures, approaches and points of view, and believe that when people feel respected and included, they can truly flourish. We’re committed to advancing equal opportunities and we’re dedicated to building a workforce as diverse as our consumer base, creating a multifaceted, equitable and inclusive culture and allowing all colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.

Our DE&I ethos also flows through our recruitment process. Studies have found that minority groupings tend to apply for roles only when they meet 100% of the role requirements, in comparison to non-minority grouping tend to apply when they meet only 60% of the role requirements (Hewlett Packard ). The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules, so if you think you meet 60+ of the role spec and are passionate, excited & feel like you have the potential to fulfil the rest - then we want to hear from you!