Chemical Sourcing Analyst

Prostaffworkforce; Ridgefield (NJ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Prostaffworkforce is seeking an Analyst, Chemical Sourcing to support supplier management, cost analysis, and strategic sourcing initiatives in Ridgefield, NJ. This role is full-time and onsite.

You will analyze chemical materials, coordinate with Plant Supply Chain, R&D, Quality and Operations, and help ensure continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and regulatory compliance. Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel, along with collaboration and problem-solving, is required to drive

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain with analytical responsibilities.
• 1-3 years with ERP systems (JDE, SAP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with chemical/raw material sourcing and supplier markets.

Responsibilities

• Manage chemical material quotes aligned with sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with Plant Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Operations to support sourcing and risk mitigation.
• Monitor supplier performance, cost changes, and market trends.
• Maintain supplier and material data in systems.
• Support sourcing events, collect requirements, analyze quotes, and summarize recommendations.
• Assist pricing validation and compliance with sourcing agreements.

Skills

ERP systems

Excel data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Chemistry/related field

Tools

JDE

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Are you an analytical and detail-oriented professional with experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain? We’re seeking an Analyst, Chemical Sourcing to support supplier management, cost analysis, and strategic sourcing initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Ridgefield, NJ.

Job Details

Full-time Onsite

Contract

Pay Rate: $35-40/hr

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7 am -3:30 pm

Job Summary

The Analyst, Chemical Sourcing is a key contributor within the Sourcing organization, responsible for supporting chemical sourcing strategies through data analysis, supplier coordination, and execution of sourcing activities. This role partners cross-functionally to ensure continuity of supply, cost competitiveness, and compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements. The Analyst leverages procurement analytics, market insights, and supplier data to support strategic sourcing decisions and drive operational efficiency across the organization.

Essential Functions

• Manage and support requests for chemical material quotes in alignment with sourcing strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Plant Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Operations) to support raw material, supplier qualification and risk mitigation while managing source qualifications
• Monitor supplier performance, cost change impact analysis and market trends impacting chemical supply.
• Manage and maintain supplier and material data within R&D Virtual Notebook for pricing, documentation, supplier assignments and update corresponding data and systems.
• Support sourcing events and supplier bids: collect requirements, analyze quotes, and summarize recommendations
• Support pricing validation and compliance with sourcing agreements

Additional Responsibilities

• Support implementation of sourcing strategies and cost savings initiatives
• Conduct market research and benchmarking for chemical raw materials
• Assist in maintaining preferred supplier lists and sourcing documentation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within sourcing processes
• Provide backup support for sourcing activities during peak periods
• Some duties may vary slight by location

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience, preferred
• 1-3 years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain with analytical responsibilities, required
• 1-3 years with ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP, Oracle, etc.), required
• 1-3 years exposure to chemical/raw material sourcing, specifications, or supplier markets, preferred
• Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
• Cross-functional collaboration and communication
• Problem-solving and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Understanding of chemical raw materials, specifications, or supply markets
• Procurement analytics, spend analysis, and cost modeling
• ERP systems and supplier/material data management
• Supplier coordination and basic negotiation support

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