Senior Sourcing Agent

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Pay

Monthly childcare credit

Free breakfast on Mondays

Free catered lunches Tue-Fri

Paid vacation

Paid PTO hours

401k with company match

Competitive healthcare benefits

HSA

Company paid life insurance and short‑

term disability

Learning and Development Program

Employee referral program

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

MP Biomedicals, based in Solon, Ohio, is seeking a Senior Strategic Sourcing Agent to lead chemical sourcing for life science and pharmaceutical customers. You will develop new supplier sources, manage quotes, negotiate terms, and coordinate quality and regulatory documentation in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with global Sales and Product Management, perform market research, assess risks, and mentor junior staff while ensuring ISO procedures and reliable supply.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Typically 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience in Life Science, pharmaceutical, chemical, or similar.
• Experience with domestic and international supplier development, qualification, cost analysis, and risk mitigation.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication; ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Position based in Solon, Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Lead chemical sourcing based on customer requests for quotes and orders, including developing new sources and maintaining relationships with approved suppliers.
• Chemicals include specialty chemicals, fine chemicals, intermediates, pharmaceutical ingredients, and reagents. Other materials may be sourced as needed.
• Conduct supplier and market research; identify alternate sources and evaluate technical, commercial, capacity, and supply-continuity risks.
• Manage supplier qualification per ISO procedures and coordinate required quality and regulatory documentation.
• Vet potential and existing suppliers for reliable quality, documentation, transparency, capacity, and sustainable supply.
• Negotiate price, MOQ, payment terms, Incoterms, lead time, and delivery with domestic and international suppliers; resolve supplier issues.
• Lead strategic sourcing projects, monitor supplier performance and risk, support corrective actions, and provide timely status updates to stakeholders.
• Issue requisitions and purchase orders based on sales orders and stocking strategy; support hard-to-find items, new products, and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Cross-train and mentor sourcing personnel, provide team coverage, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

BS/BA in Chemistry

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

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Senior Sourcing Agent

Purchasing Full Time Solon Ohio Solon, OH, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1420

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

About MP Biomedicals:
MP Biomedicals is a global life science company with headquarters in California and regional offices across the globe. The company offers a diverse portfolio of life science products, fine chemicals, and diagnostics used in industries ranging from basic research to clinical diagnostics and pharmaceuticals. Over the past 50 years, we have provided quality tools and expert services to assist our customers in making breakthrough discoveries and achieving scientific excellence.

Company Mission Statement: Empower global research that unlocks life-changing solutions and inspires a meaningful life.

• Bonus Pay


• Monthly Childcare Credit


• Free breakfast on Mondays


• Free Catered Lunches Tuesday-Friday


• Paid Vacation


• Paid PTO Hours


• 401k with Company Match


• Competitive Healthcare Benefits


• HSA


• Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-term Disability


• Learning and Development Program


• Employee Referral Program


• Employee Assistance Program


• Employee Discounts


• And so much more!

Primary Function

The Senior Strategic Sourcing Agent is responsible for researching and developing purchasing arrangements primarily for specialty and commodity chemicals supporting Business Development, industrial, life science, and pharmaceutical customers. This role independently leads complex sourcing activities, develops new and alternate sources, and works closely with global Sales and Product Management teams to provide rapid response to customer requests for quote of new or existing products. Other materials may be sourced as needed.

• Lead chemical sourcing based on customer requests for quotes and orders, including developing new sources and maintaining relationships with approved suppliers.


• Chemicals include specialty chemicals, fine chemicals, intermediates, pharmaceutical ingredients, and reagents. Other materials, components, products, or services may be sourced as needed.


• Conduct supplier and market research; identify alternate sources and evaluate technical, commercial, capacity, and supply-continuity risks.


• Manage supplier qualification in alignment with MP Bio’s ISO procedures and coordinate required quality and regulatory documentation.


• Vet potential and existing suppliers for reliable quality, documentation, transparency, capacity, and sustainable supply.


• Negotiate price, MOQ, payment terms, Incoterms, lead time, and delivery with domestic and international suppliers; resolve supplier issues.


• Lead strategic sourcing projects, monitor supplier performance and risk, support corrective actions, and provide timely status updates to stakeholders.


• Issue requisitions and purchase orders based on sales orders and stocking strategy; support hard-to-find items, new products, and cost-reduction opportunities.


• Cross-train and mentor sourcing personnel, provide team coverage, and perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field; advanced degree preferred.


• Typically 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, including chemical sourcing in Life Science, pharmaceutical, chemical, or a comparable industry.


• Experience with domestic and international supplier development, qualification, cost analysis, commercial negotiation, and supply-risk mitigation.


• Strong analytical, computer, written, and verbal communication skills. Must manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.


• Stable work history required.


• Position is based in Solon, Ohio.


• Office and manufacturing environment as required to meet with project stakeholders, internal and external resources, and to understand and complete project coordination responsibilities.


• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (1 hour or longer), and to work in front of a computer or laptop to complete tasks.


• Ability to flex with the need to work across multiple time zones as projects require.