Procurement Specialist - Simply Biotech

• Bachelor's Degree
• Scientific Discipline preferred
• 2-5 years of experience with purchasing-Must have strong experience with vendor negotiation and contracts Email resumes to kbrace@simplybiotech.com or call 858.683.8559

FULL DESCRIPTION: The selected candidate will be responsible for: -Serve as the primary buyer for all services, preventative maintenance, and capital expenditure (CapEx) activities across two U.S. sites.-Develop and implement procurement strategies and negotiations to drive cost savings and cost avoidance within the indirect purchasing category.-Oversee a broad range of contracts and renewals, including Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), Consulting & Service Agreements, Equipment and Construction Agreements, and various vendor contracts.-Lead the Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Request for Proposal (RFP) processes for all new procurement requests in alignment with company guidelines.-Utilize the company's contract management platform (Gatekeeper) to monitor and track contract statuses.-Ensure the proper distribution and documentation of executed contracts by uploading them into the database (Gatekeeper).-Collaborate closely with Engineering and Facilities teams to support contract management and procurement for equipment and construction projects.-Provide efficient and effective in-house support to internal stakeholders, ensuring seamless coordination of business contractual needs.-Review, redline, and provide recommendations on terms and conditions, as well as customer agreements, for Senior Management.-Ensure all contracts and pricing align with approved product and pricing programs.-Maintain and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions as needed.-Perform additional duties as assigned.

The selected candidate will also possess: -Bachelor's degree (preferably in a scientific discipline).-3-5 years of relevant experience in contract management or high-level procurement.-Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.-Experience with ERP systems (Dynamics AC or SAP) and contract management platforms.-Strong team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.-Ability to collaborate effectively while also working independently, managing multiple priorities.-Demonstrated negotiation and project management experience.

Salary Range: $70k-85k/yr

For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to kbrace@simplybiotech.com or call 858.683.8559. More information can be found at www.simplybiotech.com