Supplier Management Chemist

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Part of a global, high performing team.

Growing within a company that has a proven track record of success and talent development.

Making a meaningful contribution to a more sustainable future in an industry that you can be proud of. 

At Hach, a Veralto company, we ensure water quality for people around the world. Every team member plays a vital role in that mission. Our founding vision is to make water analysis better—faster, simpler, greener, and more informative. Motivated by the highest possible stakes in climate change and global health, we’re working to find innovative technologies that guarantee the safety of our water and our environment.  Learn more about us: https://www.hach.com/about-us 

Hach is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Verlato's vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way.

As part of the broader Veralto network, you’ll enter a world of possibility: search for your next exciting assignment on our internal job marketplace. Maintain your professional profile to enhance your visibility to internal talent scouts. Here you’ll have opportunities to foster your professional development and grow your career. 

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We offer:

Access to the Veralto Enterprise SystemLean business culture of continuous improvementA framework for professional developmentIn-house content for continuous learningFlexible working hoursHealth benefits 401(k)

The Supplier Management Chemist will be located in Ames, IA as an on-site member of the Global Operations team reporting to the Manager, Supplier Management Engineering who is based in Hach’s Loveland, CO, USA headquarters.
 

The candidate will be responsible for the planning and execution of technical/engineering projects to qualify new sources of chemicals and chemical reagent packaging according to Hach specifications. Projects will have a focus on cost savings and supply chain continuity (supplier capacity, closure, consolidation, on-time delivery, and quality of components or material). This includes identifying, procuring, and performing/supporting functional performance testing of alternate materials with alignment to production requirements. The position collaborates with cross-functional teams, including Strategic Sourcing, Production, Purchasing, Analytical Services, Research and Development, Compliance, Business Units, and interacts with external customers as needed to support quality and operational objectives.

 

This role will also document processes, procedures and standard work. In this capacity, the Chemist will serve as the liaison between functional department, managing technical relationships with suppliers, and troubleshooting component supply chain issues aimed to maintain the manufacture of our products in any plant worldwide from Hach.

This position is part of the Sourcing team and is located in Ames, Iowa. It will be onsite and open to a hybrid schedule.

In this role, a typical day will look like:

Own technical execution of solutions supply chain disruptions or risks.Procure, evaluate, and test samples of chemicals or packaging materials from alternate suppliers for conformity to quality, composition, and material specifications.Collaborate with the Strategic Sourcing department to identify, develop, and prioritize projects based on potential cost savings and completion timelines. Partner with the Chemical Commodity Manager to create qualification plans for new materials and secure approval from relevant departments. Manage projects across phases of identification, valuation, scoping/assessment, execution, production release, and closure.Work closely with technical advisors across the manufacturing value stream—including packaging, quality, chemistry/microbiology, and stability—to define critical-to-quality requirements for materials under evaluation. Validate new products or sources to ensure manufacturability and compliance with specifications. Work to resolve root cause of supplier issues related to manufacturing techniques and or quality of sub-tier supplier components or processesPrepare and maintain documentation such as Change Assessment Plans, deviations, and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) required for qualification and release of new sources into production. Participate in and apply continuous improvement practices using approved company tools and methods.Adhere to company safety standardsAssist in developing new production processes and equipment under guidance.Conduct non-routine analyses of raw materials and finished products to ensure quality and compliance.Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational objectives.
 

The essential requirements of the job include:

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science, or equivalent education and experience required.Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in a chemistry or manufacturing environment and/or directly related experience. Knowledge of chemistries, component/material qualification procedures, and introductory supply chain processesBasic background with Change Management concepts 
 

Hach is proud to part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto's vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way.

US ONLY: 

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $95,000 - $120,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus Pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. 

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