Buyer

Position Summary:

We are supporting a leading firm in the Life Sciences sector on their search for a detail-oriented and proactive Buyer to join their procurement team. This role is primarily responsible for managing the end-to-end purchase order (PO) lifecycle, ensuring timely and accurate procurement of materials, reagents, equipment, and services critical to our research and production operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in a regulated biotech or life sciences environment and a strong understanding of procurement systems and vendor coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management

  • Create, review, and process purchase orders in accordance with company policies and project requirements.
  • Monitor PO status and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
  • Resolve discrepancies related to pricing, quantity, or delivery timelines.
  • Maintain accurate records of all purchase transactions and documentation.

• Supplier Coordination

  • Communicate with vendors to confirm order details, lead times, and shipping logistics.
  • Track supplier performance and escalate issues as needed.
  • Support supplier onboarding and qualification processes.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with R&D, manufacturing, finance, and quality teams to align procurement activities with operational needs.
  • Assist in forecasting and inventory planning to prevent shortages or overstock.

• System & Compliance

  • Utilize ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for PO creation and tracking.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory standards (e.g., GMP), and audit requirements.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably in biotechnology or pharmaceuticals.
• Strong knowledge of purchase order systems and procurement workflows.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with GMP or ISO-regulated environments.
• Knowledge of biotech-specific materials and suppliers.
• Certification in supply chain or procurement (e.g., CPSM, APICS) is a plus.