BCS is a dynamic and growing organization. Having made significant investments in infrastructure, we are committed to pulling together a dedicated team of professionals to help us reach and exceed our global goals.

As a growing company, we have employment opportunities in a wide range of areas, from chemical professionals to administrative support staff, drivers and more. We offer one of the most competitive employment packages in the chemical industry as well as a work environment that is conducive to personal and professional growth.

Current Job Openings:

	Req #	Position	Group	Location
	10257
Date Posted: 6/10/11 Description: Delivery Specialist is responsible for loading/unloading and delivering mini-bulk and bulk chemicals as dispatched in the safest and most efficient manner. Delivery Specialist report to the Operations Supervisor. 1. Reading and being familiar with all Company policies and procedures as detailed in the Employee Handbook, Safety Manual, and Operations Manual. 2. Taking pride in our Company and doing everything possible to help maintain our goals in Safety, Service, and Profitability. 3. Reporting and designated to work on time, and accurately completing time sheets. 4. Accurately inputting data into our PeopleNet on-board system and downloading personal data into the computer everyday prior to going home. 5. Wearing a uniform daily and maintaining a clean and professional appearance of yourself and your assigned tractor and trailer. 6. Wearing all required safety gear and equipment during all handling of chemicals. 7. Driving in a safe and responsible manner and following all DOT rules and regulations while making chemical deliveries. 8. Loading trucks with proper materials (and concentrations) to be delivered as dispatched, and insuring all paperwork complies with Company and DOT policies and regulations. 9. Safely delivering chemicals as dispatched to our customers promptly and in a courteous fashion. 10. Reporting all spills immediately to the Shipping Supervisor or Operations Manager. Cleaning up any spill, however minor, to the customer’s satisfaction and filling out and turning in the required incident report to the Shipping Supervisor. 11. Reporting all defects in equipment including tractor, trailer or customer tanks utilizing proper forms, to insure there is a written record so corrective action can be taken. 12. Working any overtime, if required, complying with established DOT rules and regulations. 13. Coordinating loading times with the shipping department regarding the next day’s deliveries to best serve our customers. Requirements: • A minimum of (2) years of class A equivalent driving experience on a full-time work basis. • Have previous experience hauling tankers or hazardous chemicals and hold current hazardous material and tanker endorsements as required by law. • Have an excellent DMV report with no moving violations. • Demonstrate the ability to work with corrosive chemicals. Skills Required: • Knowledge and DOT regulations • Knowledge of OSHA regulations • Familiar with pneumatic pumps Requirements: Requirements: • A minimum of (2) years of class A equivalent driving experience on a full-time work basis. • Have previous experience hauling tankers or hazardous chemicals and hold current hazardous material and tanker endorsements as required by law. • Have an excellent DMV report with no moving violations. • Demonstrate the ability to work with corrosive chemicals. Skills Required: • Knowledge and DOT regulations • Knowledge of OSHA regulations • Familiar with pneumatic pumps Important: When Responding The Subject Line Must Read - BCS Requisition 329 Apply for Job | Send to Friend
	10221	Branch Operations Supervisor #262	Operations	Phoenix, Arizona
Date Posted: 4/28/11 Reports To: Branch Operations Manager Description: Primary Purpose: Supervise personnel, facilities and operations related activities of smaller to medium size branch. Responsible for regulatory, health and safety compliance at the facility. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: • Responsible for the daily safe, efficient, legal and economical operation of all warehouse, repack, bulk handling, laboratory and transportation activities • Implement corporate policy on health and safety, environmental affairs and operations standards at the branch level to include all training, documentation and records • Support sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental affairs • Implement and manage branch health and safety program and conduct safety audits in conjunction with Operations Manager or Regulatory Manager • Implement branch regulatory compliance program • Responsible for maintenance, upkeep and housekeeping of facility, buildings, equipment and fleet • Develop budget and operating plans in coordination with sales and branch management • Maintain close security and control over physical operations and branch buildings, tank farms, grounds and equipment • Responsible for meeting customer requirements in a cost effective manner using appropriate risk management in fulfilling orders • Participate in the negotiation of labor contracts • Manage salary plan, personnel development, hiring, promoting and termination • Manage drug testing and Medical surveillance program • Participate in plant and equipment specifications • Consult on environmental projects • Manage outside legal environmental and consulting services • Develop training criteria for branch staff • Participate in Local Emergency Planning Committee and industry organizations • Lead the emergency response team • Responsible for cycle counts and physical inventory • Properly manage warehouse, repack & transportation function through UVX2000 System • Manage company quality process at local level • Complete inspections and paperwork associated with hazardous waste generation and waste pickup transport Problem Solving: Routine: Assisting where necessary the development of solutions to daily customer service problems. Difficult: Managing the complex area of environmental and regulatory compliance. Personnel performance evaluations and selecting appropriate course of corrective action. Long and short-term planning to ensure cost efficient and effective customer service levels. Interface: Position/Title Organization Reason for Contact Branch Operations Mgr. Branch Direct Supervisor Operations Mgr. Branch Consult/Ensure Compliance Admin. Mgr./Sup. Branch Ensure admin. requirements are met Legal Department Univar USA Maintain legality Management Human Resources Consult personnel matters Sales Branch Sales To ensure customer service ChemCare Coordinator Waste Management To schedule waste pickups Regulatory Manager Operations To ensure compliance Environmental Manager Operations To ensure compliance Materials Manger Materials Management Inventory issues Operations Department Kirkland staff Consult/Ensure Compliance Decision-Making Authority: • Approval of new SKU’s into system (Bulk and Repack) • Deployment of assets to meet customer requirement • Repair, remodel and upgrading of facilities • Responsible for training health and safety programs for operations personnel • Vendor selection for facility and equipment needs • Represent VWR in community affairs situations • Solve customer service problems • Responsible for hiring, promotion, and terminating of operations personnel • Maintenance of building and equipment • Warehouse, production, transportation decisions Supervisory Responsibility: Driver Warehouser Tank Farm Worker Chemist and Lab Technician Requirements: Specialized Knowledge/Skills: Entry Requirements • Demonstrated skills required in previous job • Strong interpersonal skills in coaching and team building with all levels of people in the organization • High level of decision-making ability, balancing customers needs and company objectives • Strong organization skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload • Leadership abilities that are recognized by peers and subordinates • Knowledgeable in all aspects of chemical distribution and VWR Standard Operating Procedures • Pro-actively removes barriers preventing employees form succeeding • Recognizes those who sacrifice for the good of the organization • Ability to communicate well with agencies and public having interest in our organization • Ability to operate all warehouse equipment • Ability to respond to emergency response situations • Basic understanding of UVX2000 & PC skills Developmental Requirements • Demonstrated skills in hiring decisions • Demonstrated supervisory skills • Demonstrated financial management skills; to enhance current skill level complete “Understanding Financial Statements” within 18 months of entry into supervisory position Education/Training • 2 years college with emphasis in business. Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience. • In-depth knowledge of chemical distribution facility operation. • In-depth knowledge of Local, State and Federal regulations affecting facilities in area of responsibility. • HazMat certified, Hazwoper Certified • 3-5 years experience in operations • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Strong computer skills • Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to the chemical industry; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc. or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions: • Office and plant environment • Outside in all weather conditions • Ability to work varying and extended hours • Ability to operate all warehouse equipment • Ability to lift 100 pounds • Ability to respond to emergencies and direct Emergency Response Teams The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Apply for Job | Send to Friend
	10249	Branch Operations Supervisor #315	Operations	Salt Lake City, UT
Date Posted: 4/15/11 Product Line: Bulk and Mini-Bulk Reports To: Regional Operations Manager Description: The Position – This position requires a true “hands-on” person who can supervise and perform chemical handling operations (railcar offloading, truck loading, etc) as well as equipment and trailer maintenance for a chemical distribution operation. The ideal candidate will function as a working group leader with an excellent attitude, strong desire to learn, motivated to complete tasks and instill a sense of pride in the equipment and maintenance capabilities of the group. Primary Responsibilities: • Responsible for the safety behaviors and safety performance of the team. • Lead a group of 4 drivers and 1 yard operator and perform tasks relating to receiving, handling, and distributing chemicals involving railcars, trailers and packaging into drums and totes. • Ensure all company and regulatory policies are being administered in conformance with established guidelines. • Develop, lead and execute capital projects to improve safety and efficiency of the yard equipment and trailers. • Responsible for tracking critical operating metrics to ensure cost-efficient safe delivery of products. • Develop and monitor annual maintenance plans for company equipment to maximize operating efficiency. • Develop and manage annual operating budget for facility. Perform purchasing of supplies and coordinate payment to vendors for equipment and services. • Perform dispatch of shipments to customers as needed. Requirements: • Minimum 5-years managing in an operating facility along with chemical handling experience. • At least 3 years of direct supervision of hourly employees in chemical operations • Capital Project management and supervising contractors (electrical and mechanical) for equipment maintenance and improvements. • Candidate must be proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook. • Proven experience managing in an operating facilities • Working knowledge of Transportation & Regulatory issues. Education: • HS diploma required • College coursework preferred Apply for Job | Send to Friend
	10254	Dispatcher #323	Operations	Pittsburg, CA
Date Posted: 5/25/11 Product Line: Bulk and Mini-Bulk Reports To: Operations Manager Description: PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: The Dispatcher is located on site at the K2/DOW manufacturing facility in Pittsburg, CA. The position is primarily responsible for coordinating dispatch for Univar/BCS Bulk and Mini Bulk drivers domiciled in Pittsburg and manage traffic for all customer pickup traffic at the K2/Pure Solutions loading racks. The Dispatcher reports to the RWC Operations Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Participate in the Univar/BCS safety program and adhere to Safety policies and Cardinal Rules. • Take ownership of operational issues, communicate/escalate to appropriate Univar/BCS personnel, work with K2 personnel to reach resolution. • Verify, confirm and track all paperwork generated from Univar/BCS Shared Services groups including BOLs, sales orders, pick up numbers, COAs and proof of delivery. • Routing of Univar/BCS delivery specialists domiciled in Pittsburg. • Schedule and manage loading traffic at the K2 loading racks including Univar/BCS drivers and customer pickups. Manage/coordinate deliveries of raw materials provided by Univar/BCS to the site. • Drive tractor/trailers on site and perform trailer loading as required. • Point of contact for the Western Regional Shared Services group regarding customer orders. • Administrative duties including collecting completed paperwork and scanning for billing, collect bulk net weight data, driver payroll data entry, fuel cards, BIT paperwork filing (BOL’s, DVIR’s), etc. • Maintain supplies for Univar/BCS drivers including PPE and minor maintenance items. • Other tasks as requested. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • 3-5 years experience dispatching local delivery routes/traffic. • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s Licenses. • Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft windows and Office (Outlook e-mail, Excel, Word) is a must. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Exceptional time management and decision making abilities. • Ability to participate in the respirator program and wear PPE as required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Bulk liquid experience. • Hazardous Materials training and handling experience. • Experience in using a management execution system software (examples: SAP, Oracle, Navision, etc) . Previous Supervisory Experience is helpful. WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The employee will be working in an office environment and sitting 75% of the time. • Other work may include standing, climbing in and out of vehicles, ascending/descending stairs at the chemical loading rack and operating fall protection equipment and maneuvering on top of tanker trailers. • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be exposed to compressed air related noise such as air driven pumps. Will be around running tractors. • This position will require handling hazardous materials (with appropriate use of personal protective equipment); including chemical protective suit, hard hat, goggles, and face shield. • This position may require long hours and weekend work and being on call. DISCLAIMER The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Apply for Job | Send to Friend
	10253	Yard Specialist #322	Operations	Visalia, CA
Date Posted: 5/19/11 Reports To: Operations Manager Description: The Yard Specialist works at the Visalia manufacturing/distribution facility. The position is a combination of blending, packaging and loading of various BCS products. Receiving of bulk material by Truck and Rail. Loading bulk products and assisting BCS drivers as needed. The Yard Specialist reports to the Operations Manager. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Working the safest way possible in every facet of the job • Receiving Raw Materials by Truck and Rail • Production of BCS Blends and Packaging (drums & totes) • Carrying out quality control procedures/lab tests • Maintain excellent housekeeping and physical appearance of the Visalia plant • Fill out various load forms, batch sheets and logs • Forklift work is required PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Mechanical experience • Experience working with preventative maintenance programs • Hazardous Materials training and handling experience • Experience with inventory management • 3-5 years of chemical operator experience (preferred) When responding please state job code: 322 Yard Specialist Visalia, California Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Forklift Certified • Valid CA driver license • Excellent communication skills • Exceptional time management and the ability to work with others • Ability to participate in the respirator program • Ability to pass drug test and background check WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • The employee must lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be exposed to compressed air related noise such as air tools, air compressors and air driven pumps. Will be around running tractors. • This position will require handling hazardous materials (with appropriate use of personal protective equipment); including chemical protective suit, hard hat, goggles, and face shield. • This position may require long hours and weekend work and being on call. DISCLAIMER The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Apply for Job | Send to Friend
	10224	Territory Manager ID: 266 & 328	Sales Mini-Bulk	Chicago, Illinois
Date Posted: 6/6/11 Description: : The BCS Mini-Bulk Account Manager will execute the BCS business strategy around products and markets to profitably grow a defined territory. The Mini-Bulk Account Manager’s time is split between development of new customers and new products (80%) to existing customers, in addition to maintaining the base business of the territory (20%). The Mini-Bulk Account Manager defines each business opportunity and strategy to achieve profitable contribution to the business plan in their defined area of responsibility. ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: • Mini-Bulk Account Manager will actively manage a territory and interact with key internal and external business associates including their Sales Manager, Corporate Account Managers, the Shared Service (Customer Service/Ops) Team, and Accounting (Tax & Collections) to efficiently and effectively support and fulfill our customer needs. • As the Company continues to expand geographically and into new product areas, the Mini-Bulk Account Manager is expected to understand their market and maintain future customer target lists for industry and product development. • Ability to identify, aggregate, and report on all BCS product opportunities. This includes customer product(s), consumption volume, application, product storage capability and/or packaging as well as competitor pricing and contract terms. • Works closely with the Sales Manager to develop the strategy of their territory, including municipal sales to maximize sales and profitability of their assigned territory. • Develops and implements effective sales plans, prospect identification, sales activity and account management to develop and protect their assigned territory. • Accountable for managing territory from order to cash payment including price management, pricing recommendations, account setup process and managing receivables. • Provides concise feedback to Sales Management regarding market activity, competitive pricing activity and feedback on special price support. This includes sales and potential sales to all consumers, distributors and municipal customers. • Maximize the sale of all products consistent with the annual, short and long term strategic business plans. • Sells deep into a key account organization by developing multiple contacts at various levels of management and within various functional groups (e.g. safety, operations, purchasing,). • Ensures prospects and customers are properly qualified, including their safety and environmental performance and financial worthiness. • Supports the Performance Chemical, Trades North America and Bulk lines of business to maximize the sale of all BCS products to ensure achievement of the Company growth initiatives. • Responsible for executing productivity initiatives including CRM, Gallons per Delivery, receivable collections and others as identified by the Company. • Understands and effectively utilizes Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools to manage and drive productivity within assigned territory. • Expected to maintain an organized territory by providing manager with weekly itinerary and on-time expense report submission; actively manages customer pricing files, follows all assigned administrative procedures and special projects as requested. • Utilizes discretion with company funds for entertainment and travel as outlined in the Company Travel and Expense policy. Requirements: • High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate) • 3+ years of successful territory management and sales experience • Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen and speak with others to convey information effectively. • Must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. • Strong critical thinking ability - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. • Good judgment and decision making skills – the ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. • Excellent time management skills required. • Professional appearance and presentation required. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload. • Ability to develop and grow strong relationships with key customer contacts and suppliers. • Proven track record of success in market and customer development • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to conduct presentations • Proficient in the use of MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint • Ability to travel – less than 10% travel required. • Ability to work in the US. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • BA/BS degree preferred. • Knowledge of chemical industry and related products • Ability to build strong and lasting business relationship (internal and external) When responding please state job code: #266 Account Manager Chicago, Illinois Apply for Job | Send to Friend
	10247	Territory Manager #312	Sales Mini-Bulk	Visalia, CA
Date Posted: 4/1/11 Reports To: Mini-Bulk Sales Manager Description: Mini-Bulk Account Manager will actively manage a territory and interact with key internal and external business associates including their Sales Manager, Corporate Account Managers, the Shared Service (Customer Service/Ops) Team, and Accounting (Tax & Collections) to efficiently and effectively support and fulfill our customer needs. • As the Company continues to expand geographically and into new product areas, the Mini-Bulk Account Manager is expected to understand their market and maintain future customer target lists for industry and product development. • Ability to identify, aggregate, and report on all BCS product opportunities. This includes customer product(s), consumption volume, application, product storage capability and/or packaging as well as competitor pricing and contract terms. • Works closely with the Sales Manager to develop the strategy of their territory, including municipal sales to maximize sales and profitability of their assigned territory. • Develops and implements effective sales plans, prospect identification, sales activity and account management to develop and protect their assigned territory. • Accountable for managing territory from order to cash payment including price management, pricing recommendations, account setup process and managing receivables. • Provides concise feedback to Sales Management regarding market activity, competitive pricing activity and feedback on special price support. This includes sales and potential sales to all consumers, distributors and municipal customers. • Maximize the sale of all products consistent with the annual, short and long term strategic business plans. • Sells deep into a key account organization by developing multiple contacts at various levels of management and within various functional groups (e.g. safety, operations, purchasing,). • Ensures prospects and customers are properly qualified, including their safety and environmental performance and financial worthiness. • Supports the Performance Chemical, Trades North America and Bulk lines of business to maximize the sale of all BCS products to ensure achievement of the Company growth initiatives. • Responsible for executing productivity initiatives including CRM, Gallons per Delivery, receivable collections and others as identified by the Company. • Understands and effectively utilizes Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools to manage and drive productivity within assigned territory. • Expected to maintain an organized territory by providing manager with weekly itinerary and on-time expense report submission; actively manages customer pricing files, follows all assigned administrative procedures and special projects as requested. • Utilizes discretion with company funds for entertainment and travel as outlined in the Company Travel and Expense policy. Requirements: BA/BS degree. • 3+ years of successful territory management and sales experience • Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems. • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to listen and speak with others to convey information effectively. • Must possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand. • Strong critical thinking ability - using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. • Good judgment and decision making skills – the ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. • Excellent time management skills required. • Professional appearance and presentation required. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload. • Ability to develop and grow strong relationships with key customer contacts and suppliers. • Proven track record of success in market and customer development • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to conduct presentations • Proficient in the use of MS Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint • Ability to travel – less than 10% travel required. • Ability to work in the US. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: • Knowledge of chemical industry and related products • Ability to build strong and lasting business relationship (internal and external) Apply for Job | Send to Friend