Sourcing Analyst – Direct Materials; Additives

Sourcing & Transactional Execution Support

• Support RFQ/RFP processes including supplier outreach, bid tracking, and data consolidation
• Assist with issue resolution (pricing, delivery, invoicing)
• Coordinate supplier communication for documentation, samples, and data requests
• Maintain organized sourcing documentation and category files
• Monitor and assist with resolution of basic supply or delivery issues

• Perform spend analysis, data cleansing, and maintain reporting accuracy
• Generate reports and dashboards using Excel, Tableau, and other tools
• Support development and maintenance of standardized pricing analysis
• Assist in evaluating supplier price changes and cost impact analysis
• Maintain pricing and validate data consistency across systems

• Maintain accurate supplier records, pricing, contracts, and vendor master data
• Support supplier onboarding and documentation tracking
• Assist in updating supplier scorecards (cost, quality, service, delivery)
• Help analyze supplier performance trends and prepare summaries
• Support communication with suppliers and issue resolution

• Review and help resolve invoice discrepancies in coordination with Accounts Payable and suppliers
• Assist with tracking and documenting cost savings and sourcing projects
• Support Finance with validation of reported savings where needed
• Maintain accurate records of pricing, savings, and project data

• Maintain data integrity across procurement systems (ERP, pricing databases, sourcing tools)
• Support eBusiness initiatives such as eRFx events and consignment programs
• Assist in supplier enablement and support for digital tools and platforms
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, processes, workflows, and documentation standards

• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, R&D, and Operations to gather data and support initiatives
• Assist with category-level activities including reporting, project tracking, and documentation
• Support market research, benchmarking, and basic cost modeling activities
• Provide timely data and reporting support in response to stakeholder requests
• Escalate issues, risks, or data inconsistencies to sourcing managers as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Chemistry, or other related field.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage data, follow processes, and work in a structured environment.
• 2 years of relevant experience

• Exposure to manufacturing, chemicals, or supply chain environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) or sourcing tools.
• Technical Procurement Basic understanding of procurement processes
• Negotiation & Influence Supports negotiations and builds relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Chemical / Technical Knowledge Foundational understanding of products and raw material inputs.
• Financial & Analytical Performs basic spend analysis and reporting; identifies data trends.
• Digital & Data Analytics Proficient in Excel; working knowledge of ERP and reporting tools.
• Risk & Compliance Follows policies and maintains documentation discipline.
• Leadership & Collaboration Strong teamwork, responsiveness, and customer orientation.

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