Sourcing Analyst I – Direct Materials (Additives)

Responsibilities

• Sourcing & Transactional Execution Support
• Support RFQ/RFP processes including supplier outreach, bid tracking, and data consolidation
• Aid in issue resolution (pricing, delivery, invoicing)
• Cook up supplier communication for documentation, samples, and data requests
• Maintain organized sourcing documentation and category files
• Monitor and assist with resolution of basic supply or delivery issues
• Pricing, Spend & Data Analysis
• Perform spend analysis, data cleansing, and maintain reporting accuracy
• Generate reports and dashboards using Excel, Tableau, and other tools
• Support development and maintenance of standardized pricing analysis
• Afford supplier price changes and cost impact analysis
• Maintain pricing and validate data consistency across systems
• Supplier Data, Performance & Relationship Support
• Maintain accurate supplier records, pricing, contracts, and vendor master data
• Support supplier onboarding and documentation tracking
• Update supplier scorecards (cost, quality, service, delivery)
• Help analyze supplier performance trends and prepare summaries
• Support communication with suppliers and issue resolution
• Financial, Invoice & Savings Tracking
• Review and help resolve invoice discrepancies in coordination with Accounts Payable and suppliers
• Aid in tracking and documenting cost savings and sourcing projects
• Support Finance with validation of reported savings where needed
• Maintain accurate records of pricing, savings, and project data
• Systems, Process & Digital Enablement Support
• Maintain data integrity across procurement systems (ERP, pricing databases, sourcing tools)
• Support eBusiness initiatives such as eRFx events and consignment programs
• Aid in supplier enablement and support for digital tools and platforms
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, processes, workflows, and documentation standards
• Cross-Functional & Category Support
• Partner with Supply Chain, Finance, R&D, and Operations to gather data and support initiatives
• Aid in category-level activities including reporting, project tracking, and documentation
• Support market research, benchmarking, and basic cost modeling activities
• Provide timely data and reporting support in response to stakeholder requests
• Escalate issues, risks, or data inconsistencies to sourcing managers as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Chemistry, or other related field.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage data, follow processes, and work in a structured environment.
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Preferred: Exposure to manufacturing, chemicals, or supply chain environments.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) or sourcing tools.
• Technical Procurement Basic understanding of procurement processes.
• Negotiation & Influence Supports negotiations and builds relationships with internal stakeholders.
• Chemical / Technical Knowledge Foundational understanding of products and raw material inputs.
• Financial & Analytical Performs basic spend analysis and reporting; identifies data trends.
• Digital & Data Analytics Proficient in Excel; working knowledge of ERP and reporting tools.
• Risk & Compliance Follows policies and maintains documentation discipline.
• Leadership & Collaboration Strong teamwork, responsiveness, and customer orientation.

About Us

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in: Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you… let's Create Your Possible At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable. Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.