Part-Time Procurement Specialist (Biotechnology)- 20 hrs per week jobs in United States
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PharmaEssentia · 1 day ago

Part-Time Procurement Specialist (Biotechnology)- 20 hrs per week

positionBEDFORD, MA
timeFull-time, Part-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityEntry Level
date2+ years exp

PharmaEssentia is a biotechnology company focused on treating cancer. They are seeking a Part-Time Procurement Specialist responsible for sourcing and purchasing goods and services to support research and operational activities while ensuring compliance with internal policies and quality standards.

BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Process purchase requisitions and issue purchase orders for laboratory supplies, equipment, consumables, and services, including administrative supplies and services
Source and evaluate vendors for scientific, technical, and operational needs
Obtain and compare quotes to ensure best value, quality, and delivery timelines
Track order status, deliveries, and resolve discrepancies or issues
Invoice Validation Support by reviewing and reconciling invoices
Maintain relationships with approved vendors and suppliers
Assist with supplier qualification and onboarding in compliance with quality and regulatory standards
Support contract reviews, renewals, and pricing negotiations
Monitor supplier performance and escalate risks as needed
Ensure purchasing activities comply with company SOPs, GMP/GLP/GxP requirements (as applicable), and financial controls
Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier performance, contract list, documentation, and audit-ready files
Support internal and external audits related to procurement activities
Partner with R&D, Quality, Finance, and Operations teams to forecast needs and align purchasing priorities
Assist with inventory management and demand planning for critical materials
Provide procurement reports and spend analysis as requested

Qualification

Procurement experienceARIBA proficiencyMicrosoft ExcelGMP knowledgeNegotiation skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Life Sciences, or related field (or equivalent experience)
2+ years of procurement or purchasing experience, preferably in biotech, pharma, life sciences, or regulated industries
Familiarity with laboratory supplies, scientific equipment, or research services
Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills
Proficiency in ARIBA or procurement systems and Microsoft Excel

Preferred

Prior experience/knowledge on ARIBA platform highly preferred
Experience in GMP, GLP, or GxP environments
Knowledge of supplier qualification and quality documentation
Experience working in early-stage or fast-growing biotech companies

Benefits

Flexible schedule
Company sponsored lunches
Free parking

Company

PharmaEssentia

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PharmaEssentia develops treatments for myeloproliferative neoplasms, hepatitis, and other diseases.
dateFounded in 2003
location
Taipei, T'ai-pei, TWN
people-size501-1000 employees
web-link
https://us.pharmaessentia.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$462.7M
2024-01-25IPO
2023-04-17Post Ipo Equity· $462.7M
2022-08-15Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Ko-Chung Lin
Founder and Chief Executive Officer

Recent News

Morningstar.com
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2025-12-25
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2025-11-11
MarketScreener
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