Procurement Advisor in Biotechnology
2 months ago
Piscataway, New Jersey, United States
GenScript
Full time
About GenScript GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a leading global biotechnology organization. Established in 2002, GenScript has a robust international footprint across North America, Europe, Greater China, and Asia Pacific. The company operates in four primary sectors driven by its advanced gene synthesis technology, including Life Science CRO services, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy solutions.
GenScript is dedicated to its mission of becoming the most dependable biotech firm globally, enhancing the health of both humanity and nature through innovative biotechnology solutions.
About GenScript ProBio
GenScript ProBio, a subsidiary of GenScript Biotech Corporation, offers comprehensive CDMO services from drug discovery to commercialization. With a focus on cell and gene therapy (CGT), vaccines, biologics discovery, and antibody protein drugs, GenScript ProBio employs proactive strategies and efficient processes to expedite drug development for its clients. The total cell and gene therapy solutions encompass CMC of plasmid and virus for IND filing, alongside clinical and commercial manufacturing. Notably, GenScript ProBio supports a significant number of clinical approvals for CGT drugs, including mRNA vaccines and CAR-T therapies in China. It also pioneered the GMP manufacturing platform for in vitro transcription (IVT) template linearized plasmids for mRNA vaccines, assisting various global enterprises in achieving clinical approvals. In terms of viral vector services, GenScript ProBio boasts a reliable and high-yield viral vector platform.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee capital expenditure procurement processes.
- Lead purchasing initiatives and cost reduction strategies.
- Maintain a strong focus on internal and external customer needs to resolve issues effectively.
- Conduct negotiations and manage contracts, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to optimize terms, costs, and deliverables while ensuring service quality and risk mitigation.
- Foster relationships with key functional managers and their teams to understand their requirements and facilitate constructive challenges.
- Manage Master Service Agreements (MSA), annual contracts, and bid processes.
- Adhere to global procurement standard operating procedures, policies, and documentation practices.
- Evaluate supplier performance against contractual obligations, service levels, and business needs.
- Maintain material codes and other configurations within ERP/SAP and S2P systems.
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required.
- At least 3 years of experience in sourcing or procurement roles.
- Familiarity with bidding procedures and criteria.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and collaboration skills.
- Strong contract management and negotiation capabilities.
- Proficient in project and change management.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
- Commitment to continuous improvement in operational efficiency.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and knowledgeable in ERP/SAP systems.
- Experience working within multicultural teams.
- Experience in GMP biopharma manufacturing procurement is advantageous.
- Background in contract development and execution.
- Data-driven decision-making skills.
- This position requires on-site work.
GenScript USA Inc./GenScript ProBio USA Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.