Supply Chain / Procurement / Buyer / Purchaser
Job Description
About the Role
The Procurement Specialist I supports procurement activities by assisting with supplier identification, purchase orders, and basic sourcing tasks. This role helps ensure timely acquisition of materials and services while maintaining accurate records and supporting compliance with company and regulatory standards.
What You'll Do Here
Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management: Support sourcing activities for laboratory supplies, raw materials, equipment, and services critical to biotech operations. Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers in compliance with quality and regulatory standards (e.g., Procurement Operations: Process purchase requisitions and convert them into purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure continuity of supply for critical materials used in research, development, and manufacturing. Track orders, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with vendors to address delivery or quality issues.
Contract & Compliance Management: Perform initial contract reviews to ensure alignment with company policies and regulatory requirements. Maintain accurate sourcing and contract records within procurement systems. Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations (GxP, FDA, ISO standards).
Data Analysis & Cost Management: Analyze spend data to identify cost‑saving opportunities and support budgeting efforts. Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supplier performance metrics. Partner with R&D, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Finance teams to understand sourcing needs and priorities. Support new product development and clinical programs by sourcing specialized materials and services. Contribute to process improvements in procurement workflows and systems. Support supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. Participate in cross‑training and knowledge‑sharing efforts to enhance team capability.
What You'll Need to Succeed
- 0-2 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or contract management, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Proficiency in contract management systems and ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Coupa).
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Skills in cost analysis, reporting, and data‑driven decision-making.
- Detail Orientation: High level of accuracy in data entry and contract review.
- Willingness to travel to various site locations as needed.
- Must be self‑directed, motivated, and have a willingness to take the initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation.
What We Offer
The hourly range estimated for this position is $28.00 - $44.00. Please note that salaries vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, prior relevant experience, skills, education, certification, location as well as internal equity and market data.
Altasciences offers a wide variety of benefits to help our employees live healthy and fulfilling lives both at and outside of work.
Altasciences’ Benefits Package Includes:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Assistance & Telehealth Programs
- Training & Development Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
Equal Opportunity Statement
Altasciences is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or any other protected grounds under applicable legislation. Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities during the recruitment process are available upon request.