Strategic Sourcing Lead - Chemicals

ADP, Inc.; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascent Industries Co. in Schaumburg, IL seeks a Strategic Sourcing Associate to lead sourcing activities and manage supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee bid processes, track KPIs, and support continuous improvement across procurement workflows. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in sourcing are required, with strong negotiation and ERP experience.

This full-time role offers growth in a chemical platform with global supplier networks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience required.
• Requires a Bachelor's Degree.
• Ability to coordinate team activities with autonomy and meet timelines.
• Strong communication and problem solving across departments.
• Experience in sourcing practices, supplier management and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates day-to-day sourcing activities across categories and suppliers.
• Oversees supplier negotiations, bid activities and contract tasks.
• Reviews supplier performance and KPIs to identify risks and improvements.
• Improves sourcing processes and procurement workflows with ERP tools.
• Develops team capability through coaching and feedback.
• Tracks timelines and milestones to meet budgets and schedules.

Skills

Team leadership

Sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Ascent Industries Co. in Schaumburg, IL seeks a Strategic Sourcing Associate to lead sourcing activities and manage supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee bid processes, track KPIs, and support continuous improvement across procurement workflows. A Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in sourcing are required, with strong negotiation and ERP experience.

This full-time role offers growth in a chemical platform with global supplier networks.