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(Senior) Sourcing Manager, Aroma Chemicals

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Job Summary

Senior Sourcing Manager for Aroma Chemicals responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies, negotiating supplier contracts, and driving value, resilience, and sustainability across a global supplier network in the fragrance/beauty arena.

Location: Shanghai

Workplace: Onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing

Seniority: Sr. Manager level

Key Responsibilities

•Lead the development and execution of the purchasing strategy for a defined aroma chemicals raw materials portfolio.
•Negotiate and formalize supplier contracts to achieve the lowest Total Cost of Ownership across sub-categories.
•Build strong expertise in raw materials, market dynamics, and competitive factors, contributing to market intelligence reporting.
•Manage a portfolio of suppliers in close collaboration with Compliance and Supply Chain teams to ensure on-time delivery, lead times, and quality.
•Qualify new suppliers and introduce new raw materials in full compliance with internal processes and standards.

Key Requirements

•Master’s degree in Economics, Business, Purchasing, Finance, or a Scientific field.
•More than 10 years of experience in sourcing or procurement, ideally in chemicals and/or aroma chemicals.
•Strong strategic sourcing and negotiation expertise, with experience working in a global business environment.
•Willingness to travel and engage frequently with suppliers across regions.
•Fluent English and Chinese communication skills; strong Microsoft Office skills, basic ERP knowledge, and SAP experience preferred.

Experience:10+ yearsChemicalsFragranceAroma chemicals

Education:Master's

Skills:NegotiationStakeholder managementAnalytical thinkingCommunicationSupply chain

Languages:EnglishChinese

Tech Stack:SAPERPMicrosoft Office

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Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

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