Corporate Sustainability Analyst

About the role

At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. The Supply Chain Sustainability and Compliance Analyst is responsible for developing supply chain sustainability initiatives, coordinating the Company’s efforts to track and manage supply chain emissions, assessing sustainability and compliance risks within the supply chain, and overseeing supply chain sustainability management systems. This position works closely with both our sustainability and procurement teams and interacts with all departments in the organization to develop and advance Sensient’s sustainability strategy and supply chain legal compliance. This position is office-based in Milwaukee, WI with travel to Sensient operations and supplier sites worldwide as need requires. 20% travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead Scope 3 emissions management, focusing on purchased goods and services and transportation, and collaborate with R&D, Procurement, and other stakeholders to develop and implement emissions reduction plans.
• Manage supplier sustainability, risk, and trade compliance, including supplier and raw material assessments, onboarding requirements, sanctions screening, supply tracing, tariff matters, related systems, and compliance testing.
• Lead sustainability and procurement regulatory compliance, including CSRD, CSDDD, EUDR, state-level EPR requirements, and other applicable regulations; partner with local business units to support sustainability audits.
• Engage with suppliers and customers to assess performance and legal compliance, communicate expectations, and drive improvements across raw materials, emissions, water, waste, social impact, and other supply chain sustainability priorities.
• Embed sustainability into procurement and sourcing, serving as the supply chain sustainability subject matter expert, incorporating sustainability into RFPs and sourcing decisions, partnering with R&D and Sourcing on sustainable raw material selection, and developing training and educational materials for Procurement.
• Strengthen procurement governance and processes, including supplier standards, contracts, documentation, risk management, legal requirements, and policies that support compliance and mitigate risk; manage RFPs for Legal, Global Security, and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Supply Chain, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a related field
• Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks, including SASB, TCFD, the EU’s ESRS, and CDP, is preferred but not required
• Experience in supply chain, sourcing, corporate sustainability, or a related field is preferred but not required

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent time management and the ability to effectively prioritize competing demands
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to compliance

Benefits

Play a key role in advancing Sensient’s global sustainability and supply chain strategy and shaping how sustainability and compliance are integrated across our supply chain. Build expertise across sustainability, supply chain, procurement, compliance, and emerging global regulations while gaining exposure to a broad range of business functions. Receive comprehensive onboarding, ongoing training, and opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. An excellent salary, benefit offering, and development opportunities. Global exposure through collaboration with colleagues, suppliers, customers, and cross-functional teams across Sensient’s worldwide operations.