Chemicals Supplier Engagement Specialist jobs in United States
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Valdera · 5 months ago

Chemicals Supplier Engagement Specialist

Valdera is a fast-growing company that empowers innovators to transform how manufacturers source materials. They are seeking a Chemicals Supplier Engagement Specialist to lead supplier engagement and deliver high-quality quotes for buyers on their procurement platform.

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Responsibilities

Own and manage a high volume of Request for Quotes (RFQs) for buyers, ensuring timely delivery of multiple high-quality quotes for each requested material
Assess supplier landscape to identify and select appropriate suppliers for requested materials
Engage with new suppliers to confirm material availability and secure competitive quotes
Facilitate communication between suppliers and buyers regarding product specifications, samples and delivery terms
Validate the quality and accuracy of quotes and supplier-submitted data
Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers already active on the Valdera platform
Onboard new suppliers onto the Valdera platform ensuring a smooth and frictionless integration experience
Maintain thorough documentation of product availability, supplier communication and sourcing activity

Qualification

Chemical industry experienceSupplier relationship managementSupply market assessments’s degree in chemistryTechnical sales experienceInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

5+ years of experience in the chemical industry
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or natural science
5+ years of experience in sourcing, technical sales, business development, partnership, or management consulting
Demonstrated ability to conduct supply market assessments and identify suppliers for specific chemicals / raw materials
Extensive knowledge of chemicals / raw materials and relevant technical expertise in reviewing RFQs (TDS, SDS, COA, etc.)
Ability to identify alternate or offset materials by reviewing technical documentation and product chemistry
Experience in establishing and managing strong supplier relationships
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and rapport with suppliers
Capable of creating structured plans, tracking steps, and managing multiple priorities effectively

Benefits

Premium healthcare
Dental, and vision insurance coverage

Company

Valdera

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Valdera is a software that provides automatic outreach, sales generation, and custom specification services for buyers and suppliers.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
Total Funding
$15M
Key Investors
Index Ventures
2024-10-03Series A· $15M
2021-10-06Seed

Leadership Team

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Sruti Arulmani
Co-Founder & CEO
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Dheev Arulmani
Co-founder & COO
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