Corporate Sustainability Analyst

Sensient Technologies; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sensient Technologies is seeking a Supply Chain Sustainability and Compliance Analyst to develop and lead sustainability initiatives across our global supply chain. The role involves tracking emissions, supplier assessments, and regulatory compliance, with 20% travel to supplier sites and operations.

You will collaborate with sustainability and procurement teams, embed sustainability into sourcing decisions, and support audits and risk management to advance Sensient’s sustainability strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks (SASB, TCFD, ESRS, CDP) preferred.
• Experience in supply chain, sourcing, or corporate sustainability preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication with time management and prioritization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead Scope 3 emissions management focusing on purchased goods, services, and transportation; collaborate across functions to implement emission reduction plans.
• Manage supplier sustainability, risk, and trade compliance, including supplier and raw material assessments, onboarding, sanctions screening, supply tracing, tariff matters, and compliance testing.
• Lead sustainability and procurement regulatory compliance (CSRD, CSDDD, EUDR, state EPR), and support sustainability audits with local units.
• Engage with suppliers and customers to assess performance and legal compliance; drive improvements in materials, emissions, water, waste, and social impact.
• Embed sustainability into procurement and sourcing; develop training and educational materials for Procurement.
• Strengthen procurement governance and processes; manage RFPs for Legal, Global Security, and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

Compliance-focused

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field (Supply Chain/Sustainability/Environmental Science)

Job description

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you.

The Supply Chain Sustainability and Compliance Analyst is responsible for developing supply chain sustainability initiatives, coordinating the Company’s efforts to track and manage supply chain emissions, assessing sustainability and compliance risks within the supply chain, and overseeing supply chain sustainability management systems. This position works closely with both our sustainability and procurement teams and interacts with all departments in the organization to develop and advance Sensient’s sustainability strategy and supply chain legal compliance.

This position is office-based in Milwaukee, WI with travel to Sensient operations and supplier sites worldwide as need requires. 20% travel.

What you will do:

• Lead Scope 3 emissions management, focusing on purchased goods and services and transportation, and collaborate with R&D, Procurement, and other stakeholders to develop and implement emissions reduction plans.
• Manage supplier sustainability, risk, and trade compliance, including supplier and raw material assessments, onboarding requirements, sanctions screening, supply tracing, tariff matters, related systems, and compliance testing.
• Lead sustainability and procurement regulatory compliance, including CSRD, CSDDD, EUDR, state-level EPR requirements, and other applicable regulations; partner with local business units to support sustainability audits.
• Engage with suppliers and customers to assess performance and legal compliance, communicate expectations, and drive improvements across raw materials, emissions, water, waste, social impact, and other supply chain sustainability priorities.
• Embed sustainability into procurement and sourcing, serving as the supply chain sustainability subject matter expert, incorporating sustainability into RFPs and sourcing decisions, partnering with R&D and Sourcing on sustainable raw material selection, and developing training and educational materials for Procurement.
• Strengthen procurement governance and processes, including supplier standards, contracts, documentation, risk management, legal requirements, and policies that support compliance and mitigate risk; manage RFPs for Legal, Global Security, and sustainability initiatives.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Supply Chain, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks, including SASB, TCFD, the EU’s ESRS, and CDP, is preferred but not required.
• Experience in supply chain, sourcing, corporate sustainability, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent time management and the ability to effectively prioritize competing demands.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to compliance.

What you will get:

• Play a key role in advancing Sensient’s global sustainability and supply chain strategy and shaping how sustainability and compliance are integrated across our supply chain.
• Build expertise across sustainability, supply chain, procurement, compliance, and emerging global regulations while gaining exposure to a broad range of business functions.
• Receive comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities
• Global exposure through collaboration with colleagues, suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams across Sensient’s worldwide operations.

ABOUT SENSIENT TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION:

Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and other specialty ingredients. Sensient uses advanced technologies and robust global supply chain capabilities to develop specialized solutions for food and beverages, as well as products that serve the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and personal care industries. The Company’s customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world’s best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

SPONSORSHIP:

Due to our inability to offer visa sponsorship, we can only consider candidates who are authorized to work in (country) without the need for employment visa sponsorship.

Sensient is an Equal Opportunity Employer, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA.