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JOB SUMMARY:
The Supply Chain Partner will oversee relationships with toll blending suppliers across the U.S. while also supporting broader procurement needs for chemical products and services from third-party vendors. This role is responsible for managing tolling partnerships, coordinating production through external manufacturers, obtaining competitive quotes, and ensuring quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness across vendor relationships.
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Chemical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
EXPERIENCE:
Required: 5+ years of experience in supplier management, toll manufacturing, procurement or chemical operations.
POSITION REQUIREMENT(S): Specialized Skills/License/Certification
Required:
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Skilled in negotiation, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration.
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Proficiency with ERP systems (Sage X3, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
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Ability to travel domestically up to 10%
Preferred:
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Experience with hazardous materials handling
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Strong understanding of chemical blending, quality systems, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, DOT).
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Prior chemical contract manufacturing or toll blending experience.
CORE COMPETENCIES (Essential Job Functions)
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Serve as the primary point of contact for all toll blending suppliers nationwide.
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Monitor supplier performance, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
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Audit and assess tolling partners to confirm capability and adherence to standards.
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Resolve service, quality, or delivery issues with external manufacturers.
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Assist with monitoring and reconciling on-hand inventory at toll blending facilities, investigating discrepancies, and coordinating corrective actions with suppliers and internal teams.
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Source and obtain quotes for products, packaging, and raw materials from external suppliers.
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Compare pricing, lead times, and terms to support Procurement and Sales decision-making.
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Negotiate pricing and contract terms with new and existing vendors.
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Maintain vendor records and track supplier performance.
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Partner with Procurement, Sales, Customer Care, and Operations teams to align vendor and tolling strategies with business needs.
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Serves as a backup resource for the Purchasing team during periods of high volume, absences, or vacations, including manual entry of purchase orders in Sage X3 as needed.
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Provide visibility to stakeholders on cost, lead time, and vendor capacity.
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