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In this role, you will own a global portfolio of chemical raw-material sub-categories valued at $50-$100 million. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver business results, strengthen continuity of supply, and minimize total cost of ownership while partnering across regions and functions.\nWhat You Will Do:\nOwn a global chemical raw-material sub-category spend portfolio of $50-$100 million. \nDevelop global sourcing strategies and lead go-to-market events, including RFPs, e-auctions, and negotiations, to advance cost savings, working-capital improvement, and supply security. \nBuild strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate contracts, and optimize pricing and quality to create value for the organization. \nStrengthen security of supply by advancing sole-source breaks, contingency plans, and other risk-mitigation actions. \nSupport global strategic initiatives and continuous improvement in category performance. \nCollaborate with regional teams to align messaging, execute projects, and deliver key business priorities across multiple time zones. \nPartner with R&D and Procurement Business Partner teams to drive portfolio optimization and consolidation. \nConnect market trends with supplier portfolios to identify marketplace advantages and generate innovative ideas for competitive advantage. \nEnsure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and guidelines for the chemical category. \nChampion safety and ethical business practices while driving accountability, P&L impact, and progress against OGSM and business objectives. \nPosition Details:\nHybrid Role (3 days onsite at Naperville, IL or St. Paul, MN)\nWork schedule: Role requires flexibility to collaborate across multiple time zones.\nUp to 20% overnight travel on an annual basis\nMinimum Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field. \n5 years of purchasing experience. \nPreferred Qualifications:\nPurchasing experience in raw materials or direct procurement, supported by a strong commercial background. \nExperience working internationally and effectively within a multicultural environment. \nDemonstrated financial acumen and proficiency in executive communication. \nStrong project-management, teamwork, communication, influencing, and negotiation skills. \nDemonstrated professionalism and a strong presence when engaging suppliers, regional stakeholders, and cross-functional partners. \nAbility to create and manage healthy tension, challenge the status quo, and see complex initiatives through to completion. \nCuriosity and flexibility to bring diverse perspectives, identify new possibilities, and continually develop new skills. \nTechnology fluency and interest in using digital sourcing tools, including AI, to improve outcomes. \nAnnual or Hourly Compensation Range\nThe base salary range for this position is $107,600.00 - $161,500.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.Benefits\nEcolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.\nIf you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.\nPotential Customer Requirements Notice\nTo meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:\n- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.\nAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\nEcolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. 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