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Sourcing roles in procurement, supply chain, and vendor management qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file on your behalf, certifying that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Strong credentials in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, or category management strengthen your sponsorship case.
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MP Biomedicals is a global life science company with headquarters in California and regional offices across the globe. The company offers a diverse portfolio of life science products, fine chemicals, and diagnostics used in industries ranging from basic research to clinical diagnostics and pharmaceuticals. Over the past 50 years, we have provided quality tools and expert services to assist our customers in making breakthrough discoveries and achieving scientific excellence.
Company Mission Statement: Empower global research that unlocks life-changing solutions and inspires a meaningful life.
MP Biomedicals Benefits:
- Bonus Pay
- Monthly Childcare Credit
- Free breakfast on Mondays
- Free Catered Lunches Tuesday-Friday
- Paid Vacation
- Paid PTO Hours
- 10 Paid Company Holidays per Year
- 401k with Company Match
- Competitive Healthcare Benefits
- HSA
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-term Disability
- Learning and Development Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- And so much more!
Primary Function
The Senior Strategic Sourcing Agent is responsible for researching and developing purchasing arrangements primarily for specialty and commodity chemicals supporting Business Development, industrial, life science, and pharmaceutical customers. This role independently leads complex sourcing activities, develops new and alternate sources, and works closely with global Sales and Product Management teams to provide rapid response to customer requests for quote of new or existing products. Other materials may be sourced as needed.
- Lead chemical sourcing based on customer requests for quotes and orders, including developing new sources and maintaining relationships with approved suppliers.
- Chemicals include specialty chemicals, fine chemicals, intermediates, pharmaceutical ingredients, and reagents. Other materials, components, products, or services may be sourced as needed.
- Conduct supplier and market research; identify alternate sources and evaluate technical, commercial, capacity, and supply-continuity risks.
- Manage supplier qualification in alignment with MP Bio’s ISO procedures and coordinate required quality and regulatory documentation.
- Vet potential and existing suppliers for reliable quality, documentation, transparency, capacity, and sustainable supply.
- Negotiate price, MOQ, payment terms, Incoterms, lead time, and delivery with domestic and international suppliers; resolve supplier issues.
- Lead strategic sourcing projects, monitor supplier performance and risk, support corrective actions, and provide timely status updates to stakeholders.
- Issue requisitions and purchase orders based on sales orders and stocking strategy; support hard-to-find items, new products, and cost-reduction opportunities.
- Cross-train and mentor sourcing personnel, provide team coverage, and perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field; advanced degree preferred.
- Typically 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, including chemical sourcing in Life Science, pharmaceutical, chemical, or a comparable industry.
- Experience with domestic and international supplier development, qualification, cost analysis, commercial negotiation, and supply-risk mitigation.
- Strong analytical, computer, written, and verbal communication skills. Must manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
- Stable work history required.
Work Environment
- Position is based in Solon, Ohio.
- Office and manufacturing environment as required to meet with project stakeholders, internal and external resources, and to understand and complete project coordination responsibilities.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (1 hour or longer), and to work in front of a computer or laptop to complete tasks.
- Ability to flex with the need to work across multiple time zones as projects require.
- PPE as required.
About MP Biomedicals:
MP Biomedicals is a global life science company with headquarters in California and regional offices across the globe. The company offers a diverse portfolio of life science products, fine chemicals, and diagnostics used in industries ranging from basic research to clinical diagnostics and pharmaceuticals. Over the past 50 years, we have provided quality tools and expert services to assist our customers in making breakthrough discoveries and achieving scientific excellence.
Company Mission Statement: Empower global research that unlocks life-changing solutions and inspires a meaningful life.
MP Biomedicals Benefits:
- Bonus Pay
- Monthly Childcare Credit
- Free breakfast on Mondays
- Free Catered Lunches Tuesday-Friday
- Paid Vacation
- Paid PTO Hours
- 10 Paid Company Holidays per Year
- 401k with Company Match
- Competitive Healthcare Benefits
- HSA
- Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-term Disability
- Learning and Development Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- And so much more!
Primary Function
The Senior Strategic Sourcing Agent is responsible for researching and developing purchasing arrangements primarily for specialty and commodity chemicals supporting Business Development, industrial, life science, and pharmaceutical customers. This role independently leads complex sourcing activities, develops new and alternate sources, and works closely with global Sales and Product Management teams to provide rapid response to customer requests for quote of new or existing products. Other materials may be sourced as needed.
- Lead chemical sourcing based on customer requests for quotes and orders, including developing new sources and maintaining relationships with approved suppliers.
- Chemicals include specialty chemicals, fine chemicals, intermediates, pharmaceutical ingredients, and reagents. Other materials, components, products, or services may be sourced as needed.
- Conduct supplier and market research; identify alternate sources and evaluate technical, commercial, capacity, and supply-continuity risks.
- Manage supplier qualification in alignment with MP Bio’s ISO procedures and coordinate required quality and regulatory documentation.
- Vet potential and existing suppliers for reliable quality, documentation, transparency, capacity, and sustainable supply.
- Negotiate price, MOQ, payment terms, Incoterms, lead time, and delivery with domestic and international suppliers; resolve supplier issues.
- Lead strategic sourcing projects, monitor supplier performance and risk, support corrective actions, and provide timely status updates to stakeholders.
- Issue requisitions and purchase orders based on sales orders and stocking strategy; support hard-to-find items, new products, and cost-reduction opportunities.
- Cross-train and mentor sourcing personnel, provide team coverage, and perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- BS/BA in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field; advanced degree preferred.
- Typically 5+ years of sourcing or procurement experience, including chemical sourcing in Life Science, pharmaceutical, chemical, or a comparable industry.
- Experience with domestic and international supplier development, qualification, cost analysis, commercial negotiation, and supply-risk mitigation.
- Strong analytical, computer, written, and verbal communication skills. Must manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
- Stable work history required.
Work Environment
- Position is based in Solon, Ohio.
- Office and manufacturing environment as required to meet with project stakeholders, internal and external resources, and to understand and complete project coordination responsibilities.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time (1 hour or longer), and to work in front of a computer or laptop to complete tasks.
- Ability to flex with the need to work across multiple time zones as projects require.
- PPE as required.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Sourcing
Document your specialty occupation credentials early
Gather degree transcripts, professional certifications like CPSM or CIPS, and reference letters confirming your sourcing specialization. PERM audits frequently target procurement roles, so a clean credential file prevents costly delays before your employer even files.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search OFLC disclosure data to identify companies that have sponsored sourcing or procurement professionals before. Employers already familiar with PERM timelines for your occupation are far more likely to commit to sponsoring a foreign national through the full EB-2 or EB-3 process.
Find green card sponsoring sourcing jobs on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter sourcing roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that have never navigated PERM for procurement or supply chain positions.
Confirm your role meets specialty occupation standards
Not all sourcing titles clear the specialty occupation bar for EB-2. Roles emphasizing strategic category management, complex contract negotiation, or technical supplier qualification are stronger than general purchasing coordinator positions. Review the O*NET profile for your specific title before accepting an offer.
Negotiate your start date around PERM processing timelines
DOL PERM processing currently runs six to twelve months before your employer can file the I-140. Build that window into your employment contract discussions so you're not scrambling with a soon-expiring work visa while the labor certification is still pending.
Understand how EB-3 backlog affects your country of birth
EB-3 priority dates for India and China are years behind the rest of the world. If you were born in either country, ask your employer about EB-2 eligibility or consult an immigration attorney about National Interest Waiver options before committing to a filing strategy.
Green Card Sourcing: Frequently Asked Questions
Do sourcing roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories are possible depending on your education and the role's requirements. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or you have a bachelor's degree plus five or more years of progressive sourcing experience. EB-3 covers positions requiring at least a bachelor's degree. Strategic sourcing, global procurement, and category management roles with clear degree requirements typically qualify under one of these two tiers.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for sourcing professionals?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status that expires or depends on lottery selection. There is no annual cap concern at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is time: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status can take two to four years or longer, compared to the faster but temporary H-1B visa path.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a sourcing job?
Your employer must conduct a formal recruitment campaign proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. This includes posting the position through required channels, documenting applicant rejections, and filing a certified application with DOL. The prevailing wage for the sourcing position, determined using the OFLC Wage Search, must be offered. Any audit by DOL can add six to twelve months to the process.
How can I find sourcing employers who will sponsor a green card?
Start by searching Migrate Mate, which filters sourcing and procurement roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This narrows your search to companies that have already completed PERM filings for similar roles, so you're not investing time in applications where sponsorship is unlikely or the employer has no experience with the process.
Can I switch employers during my green card process without losing my place in line?
Once your I-140 has been approved for at least 180 days and your priority date is current or nearly current, you may be able to port your green card to a new employer in the same or similar occupational category under AC21 portability rules. Sourcing and procurement roles generally share enough overlap that a move within the same function can qualify, but USCIS makes this determination case by case.