Materials Sourcing Specialist - Plastics

The Materials Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for procuring high-quality plastic materials used in manufacturing processes. This position involves working closely with suppliers and scrap producers, evaluating material options, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, and maintaining an optimal inventory level to meet production requirements. This role requires an understanding of the recycled plastic materials market, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple suppliers and purchase orders simultaneously.

Supplier Management :

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for plastics raw materials such as resins, waste feedstocks, additives, and compounds.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and potential suppliers to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and delivery schedules.
• Conduct supplier audits and performance reviews to ensure compliance with quality and delivery standards.

Purchasing and Procurement :

Cost Management and Budgeting :

Product Development & Launch Planning :

Material Quality Control :

Material Science & Formulation Development :

Data and Reporting :

Education and / or Experience

Technical Skills