Procurement Specialist

Position Summary Sterling Specialty Chemicals is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and results-driven Procurement Specialist to support purchasing and supply chain operations across our chemical manufacturing facilities. The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for executing purchase orders, coordinating supplier deliveries, resolving purchasing discrepancies, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services required to support manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in chemical manufacturing, industrial procurement, ERP systems (preferably SAP), and supplier management. This individual must be highly organized, analytical, and capable of working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where material availability, cost control, and operational continuity are critical. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Purchase Order Management Execute daily procurement activities for raw materials, chemicals, packaging and other goods and services. Process and maintain purchase requisitions (PRs) and purchase orders (POs) within SAP. Manage purchase orders from issuance through delivery, goods receipt, and invoice reconciliation. Ensure purchase orders accurately reflect negotiated pricing, quantities, delivery schedules, and contractual terms. Monitor supplier acknowledgments, and delivery commitments to ensure timely fulfillment. Maintain and update Outline Agreements, purchasing information records, and supplier master data as required. Identify opportunities to consolidate purchases, improve purchasing efficiency, and reduce administrative costs. Supplier Management & Delivery Coordination Maintain effective working relationships with domestic and international suppliers. Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding order confirmations, shipment status, and delivery expectations. Proactively identify and escalate potential supply disruptions, late shipments, shortages, or supplier performance concerns. Coordinate with suppliers and plant personnel to support timely material deliveries. Assist with resolving supplier-related issues involving pricing, quantities, product quality, and delivery discrepancies. Support supplier performance evaluations based on on-time delivery, responsiveness, quality, and service. Assist the Sourcing team with supplier quotations, competitive bidding, and commercial negotiations as needed. SAP, Invoice Resolution & Data Accuracy Maintain accurate purchasing records, including purchase orders, pricing, delivery dates, and supplier information. Investigate and resolve discrepancies between purchase orders, goods receipts, and supplier invoices (three-way matching). Work closely with Accounts Payable, Finance, and plant personnel to resolve blocked invoices, pricing discrepancies, and outstanding receipts. Ensure proper SAP transaction processing and adherence to procurement procedures. Support the creation and maintenance of Outline Agreements and automated purchasing processes. Prepare purchasing reports, open PO reports, supplier delivery updates, and inventory-related analyses. Identify opportunities to improve SAP data accuracy, purchasing workflows, and process efficiency. Cost Control & Procurement Support Support cost-saving initiatives through purchasing efficiencies, and invoice discrepancies Monitor purchase price variances and ensure supplier invoices align with agreed pricing. Identify opportunities to improve payment terms, order quantities, freight costs, and purchasing practices. Support procurement budgeting, spend analysis, and cost reporting activities. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Manufacturing, Production Planning, Logistics, Quality, Finance, and Accounts Payable to ensure efficient procurement operations. Communicate material availability, delivery delays, and supply risks to appropriate stakeholders. Participate in procurement reviews, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) activities as needed. Support…

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