Sourcing Analyst

USA – DuBois Chemicals, Inc; Sharonville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Income protection plans

Job summary

DuBois Chemicals, Inc in Sharonville, OH is seeking a Sourcing Analyst to manage PO replenishment, support procurement of materials, and optimize inventory levels. You will work closely with Commercial, Manufacturing, Operations, Planning and Quality to ensure timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5 years in purchasing or supply chain, with strong Excel skills; Dynamics is a plus.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of job-related experience in purchasing or supply chain.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; Microsoft Dynamics is a plus.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
• Strong telephone and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Source raw materials, packaging components, purchased finished goods, and equipment.
• Negotiate contracts and establish supplier relationships for critical materials.
• Develop supplier relationships to obtain best quality at optimal price and lead times.
• Set minimum stocking levels and monitor inventory to minimize stockouts.
• Collaborate with Commercial, Manufacturing, Operations, Planning, and Quality to meet expectations.
• Monitor open purchase orders and generate procurement/inventory reports regularly.

Skills

Excel

Supplier relations

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related fields

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 sources Continuously 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 requirements KPI 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 purchasing Analyze 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 closur Makes necessary adjustments to purchase orders to ensure proper inventory levels are maintained Collaborate 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 basis Relentless mindset to continuously strive to reduce total cost of procured goods and services Business 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 finance Advanced 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.

#INDOPS DuBois 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.

DuBois values

• Honest and Ethical Behavior
• Collaborative Communication
• Safety at Work and Home
• Environmental Stewardship

Working at DuBois is dynamic, flexible and fun. Our customer centric focus gives you the opportunity to leverage your creative and innovative talents to help deliver specialty chemical solutions safely while protecting the environment. DuBois values: Honest and Ethical Behavior Collaborative Communication Safety at Work and Home Environmental Stewardship

Perks and Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• 401k with company match
• paid holidays
• vacation time
• income protection plans

DuBois offers the stability and comprehensive benefits of a larger organization with the feel of a smaller, more personable company. The diversity of our roles, customers served and large number of manufacturing, distribution and technical centers provide many routes for your career advancement. If you value learning, improving processes and want to make an immediate impact, DuBois is where you want to be. DuBois excellent benefit package includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, vacation time and income protection plans.