What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing Specialist position at Sterling Specialty Chemicals?
We are looking for a
Sourcing Specialist
to join the Sterling team. This role will be based out of
Houston, TX
This position will report to the Director, Sourcing & Procurement.
As a Sourcing Specialist, you will be responsible for :
- Developing, optimizing, implementing, and managing sourcing strategies and relationships with Direct Material Suppliers in North America.
- Participating in contract negotiations, vendor selection, and supplier performance management.
- Collaboratively working cross functionally with business stakeholders to drive down variable costs and assure cost competitive, sustainable supply of critical raw materials.
- Manage a Raw Material Portfolio of $100 million in spend
- Develop sourcing strategies by analyzing the supply base, market conditions, and new technologies to achieve optimum pricing and supply strategy.
- Track and report cost savings and cost avoidance from sourcing initiatives.
- Negotiate, implement, and manage contracts, ensuring adherence to all company policies and targets related to raw material sourcing.
- Identify opportunities for new supply options and make recommendations to reduce cost, mitigate risks, and optimize net working capital.
- Establish, analyze and report metrics to track vendor performance. Conduct performance and business review meetings with key suppliers to drive continuous improvement and value propositions.
- Serve as a primary point of contact to develop and manage relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
To be successful in this role you will :
Education & Experience :
Minimum Four Year Degree with focus on supply chain, procurement, chemistry and / or business or equivalent
Industry experience
