Strategic Direct Materials Sourcing Lead (Chemicals)

WaveCrest Staffing Group; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WaveCrest Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager, Direct Materials to develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for a leading life sciences organization. This role will focus on managing direct material categories, reducing costs, mitigating supply chain risks, and building strong supplier relationships across the Americas.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of procurement experience within chemical or pharmaceutical industries, with strong negotiation, analytics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience in chemical or pharmaceutical industries with procurement, operations, or commercial focus.
• Experience managing complex sourcing and procurement projects, including supplier negotiations and contract management.
• Strong analytical skills including spend analysis and cost forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to reduce material costs and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Manage direct material categories, including chemicals, acids, solvents, and surfactants.
• Oversee approximately $50–75 million in annual category spend.
• Lead RFIs, RFQs, supplier qualification, competitive bidding, and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing with business needs.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships and monitor savings achievement.
• Support budgeting with material cost forecasts and market pricing expectations.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

WaveCrest Staffing Group is seeking an experienced Sourcing Manager, Direct Materials to develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for a leading life sciences organization. This role will focus on managing direct material categories, reducing costs, mitigating supply chain risks, and building strong supplier relationships across the Americas.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of procurement experience within chemical or pharmaceutical industries, with strong negotiation, analytics, and