About us
Scimplify is a science-first manufacturing company for Advanced Materials: from specialty chemicals to the emerging building blocks of next-generation energy applications, life sciences, and crop sciences.
We scale process development and manufacturing as one continuous system, supported by world-class R&D infrastructure and executed across a global network of 500+ manufacturing partners and thousands of scientists and technical partners. The result: new materials go from molecule to commercial scale in months, not years. Scimplify operates offices and teams across 5 countries with 1,000+ innovator customers in 40+ countries.
We are backed by investors such as Accel, Bertelsmann, Omnivore, Hitachi Ventures and 3one4 Capital, having raised over $80M.
About the role
We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Executive / Officer – Sourcing to support sourcing and procurement activities within the specialty and bulk chemicals business. The role will focus on maintaining supplier databases, coordinating, Requests for Quotations (RFQs), collecting and analyzing price information, following up with suppliers, and preparing procurement documentation and MIS reports. The ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of chemical products, strong coordination skills, and the ability to manage data and documentation accurately.
Key responsibilities
● Supplier Database Management: Maintain and regularly update supplier databases, including contact details, product portfolios, pricing, capabilities, and commercial terms.
● RFQ Coordination: Prepare and share RFQs with suppliers, collect quotations, and ensure timely responses and follow-ups.
● Quotation Comparison: Compile supplier quotations, prepare comparative statements, and highlight differences in pricing, payment terms, lead times, and other commercial conditions.
● Market Research & Price Tracking: Gather chemical market information, supplier pricing, raw material price trends, and competitor or market benchmarks.
● Supplier Follow-ups: Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotations, product specifications, technical documents, and other required information.
● Documentation: Maintain sourcing records, supplier documentation, quotation files, purchase-related documents, and other procurement records.
● MIS & Reporting: Prepare regular MIS reports, price trackers, RFQ status reports, supplier comparison sheets, and sourcing dashboards.
● Internal Coordination: Work with Sourcing, Sales, Business Development, and Operations teams to collect requirements and support timely sourcing activities.
● Data Accuracy: Ensure sourcing information, supplier records, and commercial data are accurate, organized, and readily accessible.
● Process Support: Assist the sourcing team with supplier onboarding, vendor documentation, and other procurement-related activities.
Required qualification & experience
● B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering.
● 1–4 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, vendor coordination, or a related role; fresh graduates with relevant
internships may also be considered.
● Basic understanding of specialty chemicals, bulk chemicals, or the chemical manufacturing industry is preferred.
● Familiarity with RFQs, quotation collection, supplier follow-ups, and price comparisons.
● Proficiency in MS Excel and the preparation of reports and MIS.
● Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-up discipline.
● Good written and verbal communication skills.
● Ability to manage multiple tasks and coordinate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
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