Procurement Specialist

Role Overview

• Independently manage purchase requests and procurement activities for a range of goods and services, applying professional judgment to ensure compliance with company policies and business objectives.
• Evaluate requisitions for completeness, appropriateness, and risk, and determine the most effective procurement approach based on spend level, complexity, and business impact.
• Support competitive sourcing initiatives by developing RFQs/RFPs, analyzing supplier proposals, documenting selection rationale, and providing recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to compare supplier offerings and assess total cost, risk, and qualitative factors.
• Engage directly with suppliers to negotiate pricing, service levels, delivery timelines, and commercial terms, exercising discretion to balance cost, quality, risk, and operational needs.
• Identify and resolve supplier issues by analyzing root causes and recommending solutions that support continuity of service and value creation.
• Lead vendor onboarding activities, ensuring appropriate due diligence, documentation, and risk reviews are completed in accordance with company standards.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and other stakeholders to address compliance, risk, and control considerations throughout the vendor lifecycle.
• Support the preparation, review, and analysis of contracts, statements of work, and amendments by identifying commercial, operational, and compliance considerations and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Ensure procurement activities align with contractual requirements and internal approval protocols.
• Act as a procurement subject matter resource to internal business partners, advising on procurement processes, timelines, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Legal, Accounting, Finance, and Accounts Payable to resolve issues, support audits, and improve procure-to-pay effectiveness.
• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure accurate and timely payment.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and generate reports in NetSuite to support transparency, audit readiness, and management decision making.
• Apply and reinforce procurement policies, controls, and Delegation of Authority requirements, exercising independent judgment to identify exceptions, risks, or non-standard scenarios.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) required, or equivalent combination of education and professional experience
• 1–3 years of professional procurement or related business experience, preferably in a high volume or regulated environment
• Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment, analyze information, and make recommendations that impact business outcomes
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, policies, and internal controls
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at multiple levels
• Proven organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills
• Experience using NetSuite or similar ERP systems for purchasing and reporting preferred
• Biotech, healthcare, or life sciences industry experience preferred
• Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as SOC 2, SOX, or regulated procurement environments preferred

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Discounts
• Voluntary benefits