Senior Sourcing Specialist - ESG

Join a Team That Sticks Together!

At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries.

We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more.

In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like Duck, Frog Tape, Painter's Mate, Shurtape, T-Rex, Kip, and Pro Tapes.

We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world.

• A company that truly values your contributions
• A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful
• A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers
• An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset

More Than Just Tapes...

In addition to being obsessed with our customers, Shurtape is committed to being socially and environmentally responsible. We recognize that our actions today affect our world tomorrow, and we are committed to responsible manufacturing processes that protect the communities in which we operate.

We Ask for the Best, and Offer the Best in Return

We are looking for passionate, innovative individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment to join the Shurtape team. If you're looking to be part of a forward-thinking, fast-paced, and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!

Our tapes may do the sticking, but it's our people who hold it all together.

The Senior Sourcing Specialist - ESG (Acrylic Technologies) is responsible for sourcing, qualifying, and managing suppliers of multilayer films, backing materials, adhesive systems, and related raw materials used in adhesive tape and building product applications. This role combines technical material expertise with strategic sourcing responsibilities to ensure reliable supply, optimal cost, and consistent quality. The position supports product development, manufacturing, and customer requirements by identifying and evaluating material solutions that meet performance specifications.

The incumbent collaborates closely with R&D, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Sales, and suppliers to drive sourcing initiatives and risk mitigation strategies. The role also supports supplier negotiations, cost-reduction programs, and continuity planning while maintaining a focus on material performance in building and construction environments.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Source, evaluate, qualify, and manage suppliers of multilayer films, backing materials, adhesive systems, and ancillary materials.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes for films, backings, and adhesive technologies, including technical and commercial evaluations.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships to support quality, delivery, capacity, innovation, and cost objectives.
• Analyze total landed costs, including raw materials, processing, freight, tariffs, scrap, and yield considerations.
• Support supplier negotiations, pricing agreements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Manage supplier performance through established KPIs and corrective action processes as needed.
• Support dual-sourcing and business continuity strategies for critical materials.
• Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Sales to identify and implement material solutions.
• Translate customer and application requirements into material specifications and sourcing strategies.
• Support OEM, distributor, and contractor-driven business requirements by aligning sourced materials with performance expectations.
• Maintain approved supplier lists, material specifications, pricing information, and sourcing data within ERP and sourcing systems.
• Tracks spend, supplier performance, cost savings, and supply risk metrics.
• Prepare sourcing reports, market intelligence updates, and supply risk assessments.
• Travel as required to supplier facilities, customer locations, and industry events.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong knowledge of sourcing and supplier management principles.
• Understanding of multilayer film constructions and backing substrate technologies.
• Knowledge of acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive systems and related material applications.
• Ability to evaluate supplier capabilities and assess supply chain risks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze costs and develop sourcing…