What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Specialist - ERG/Waste Management position at Olin Chemicals?
Title: Strategic Sourcing Specialist - ERG/Waste Management
Location: Houston, TX (Katy, TX area)
Salary: $85,000 - $130,000
Schedule: Hybrid schedule available of up to 2 days remote per week after 6 months in the role or 9/80 schedule
Relocation Available
Focus: The Strategic Sourcing Specialist - ERG/Waste Management is responsible for executing on strategic sourcing activities in support of Olin's corporate organization.
Strategic Sourcing Specialist - ERG/Waste Management Essential Job Functions:
* Leads category sourcing activities to support plant operations and corporate organization, primarily in areas of Emergency Response, Environmental and Remediation Consulting, Waste Management (Non-Hazardous and Hazardous), Waste Services, and Waste Transportation.
* Collaborates with internal stakeholders to negotiate long term contracts to ensure optimum costs and reliable service.
* Activates on category negotiation strategies in alignment with corporate stakeholders.
* Manages and administers existing agreements (amendments, extensions, issue resolutions, updating SAP and SMS, etc.).
* Manges Quality, Service, & Product Performance process for vendors and suppliers.
* Drives productivity initiatives in alignment with organization and department category objectives.
* Participate as an active member of WMU Committee and Environmental Remediation Group Leadership Team.
Strategic Sourcing Specialist - ERG/Waste Management Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree*; Degree in Supply Chain, Business, related discipline strongly preferred
- Minimum of 5 years in environmental management, procurement, supply chain, or commercial sales
- Ability to manage the strategic sourcing process, to include directly negotiating contracts with vendors
- Ability to manage a high volume of activity with quick response times
- Must possess advanced analytical skills, as well organizational, time management, and project management skills
- Prior Olin experience in a relevant position preferred
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Rooted in our corporate values, Olin continues to be the global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.
Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.
*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.
*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary : $85,000 - $130,000
