Sourcing Analyst

DuBois Chemicals; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals, Inc. in Sharonville, Ohio (HQ) is seeking a Sourcing Analyst to manage the purchase order replenishment process and support procurement of materials, equipment, and supplies for daily operations.

The role focuses on aligning inventory with production needs for raw materials, packaging components, and finished goods, while optimizing costs and supplier performance. Collaboration with Commercial, Manufacturing and Quality is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of job-related purchasing or supply chain experience.
• 3+ years in operational purchasing or related business areas (supply chain, operations, project management, or finance).
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or in a group setting.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Source raw materials, packaging components, purchased finished goods, and equipment.
• Negotiate and bid to purchase and establish contracts for critical materials from approved sources.
• Develop supplier relationships to source high quality products at optimal price and lead times.
• Monitor inventories and set reorder points, min/max levels, and lead times to maximize production SIOP.
• Place purchase orders, schedule deliveries, and process related documentation.
• Maintain procurement policies and support sourcing strategy; cross-functional collaboration with Commercial, Manufacturing, Operations, Planning and Quality.
• Generate procurement and inventory reports daily, weekly, monthly; strive for cost reductions.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they are doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.At this time, the Company does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. This position is based at our Sharonville, Ohio headquarters.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sourcing Analyst is responsible for effectively managing the purchase order replenishment process. Provides support in the purchase of goods, materials, supplies and equipment used in day-to-day operations for defined plants/categories. Focus is on matching inventory levels with production needs for raw materials, packaging components, purchased finished goods, and/or equipment to deliver impeccable service while optimizing cost and inventory.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibility to source raw materials, packaging components, purchased finished goods, and/or equipment.Negotiation and bidding skill to purchases and establish contracts for critical materials from approved sourcesContinuously develop critical suppliers and optimize supplier relationships to source product of the best quality at the optimum price at proper lead-times to meet customer requirementsKPI and scorecard execution with suppliers to ensure service and quality are met. Place purchase orders with suppliers, schedule deliveries, create bill of ladings (where applicable) as it pertains to purchasingAnalyze and set minimum stocking levels for critical raw, containers, finished goods, and/or equipment to minimize stock outs and product disruptions.Monitor inventory levels, adjust reorder points, min/max levels, and lead times to maximize production SIOP levels. Working closely with demand planning/forecasting to achieve highest possible accuracy.Purchase from approved/awarded suppliers to support production, chemical management programs, and/or equipment sales to satisfy minimum order points, production demands, and sales forecast.Follow, maintain and enforce procurement policies, support sourcing strategy execution with no miss.Handle all claims, returns, feedbacks and bring them to a timely closurMakes necessary adjustments to purchase orders to ensure proper inventory levels are maintainedCollaborate cross functionally and communicate regularly with Commercial, Manufacturing, Operations, Receiving, Warehousing, Planning, and Quality to ensure that expectations and constantly met.Develop material categorization strategy and create and execute contingency plans for high criticality materials.Monitor open purchase order report for proper closure.Runs materials related procurement and inventory reports on a daily, weekly, and monthly basisRelentless mindset to continuously strive to reduce total cost of procured goods and servicesBusiness leadership to understand the big picture and agility to change when this is the best course of action.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of three-five years of job-related experience preferred.Three+ years in operational purchasing or relevant business experience such as supply chain, operations, project management, or financeAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills and Microsoft Dynamics is a plus.High level of accuracy and attention to detail.Ability to work independently and in a group setting.Solid telephone and oral communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree required. Supply Chain, Business, Chemistry, Engineering, or related fields accepted.

#INDOPSDuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.