General Affairs Manager

GenScript/ProBio•Piscataway, NJ

5d•$80,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The General Affairs Manager is responsible for site operational coordination, stakeholder engagement, and administrative strategic vendor management. This role oversees the administrative function through an Admin Supervisor while leading cross-functional initiatives and operational excellence programs at the Piscataway campus.

Requirements

Professional Experience: 4+ years in corporate administration, operations management, or project management.
Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and lead commercial contract negotiations with measurable outcomes.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills; must be able to influence and coordinate across all levels of a global organization.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Lean Mindset: Interest or experience in applying Lean, 5S, or other continuous improvement methodologies to administrative operations.
Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Stakeholder Management & Corporate Hospitality
VIP Visit Coordination: Lead the planning and execution of visits for government delegations, key account clients, and global executive tours.
Define and maintain site reception standards to ensure a professional corporate environment.
Corporate Events: Oversee high-impact site events and cultural programs that align with company values.
Strategic Vendor & Contract Management
Commercial Negotiations: Directly lead negotiations with key service providers (e.g., hotel groups, airlines, and catering partners) to secure preferential rates and enhanced employee benefits.
Service Excellence: Establish KPIs for all major vendors and conduct regular performance reviews to ensure service quality and cost-efficiency.
Site Operations & Lean Promotion
Operational Excellence: Partner with the Site Director to implement Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement (CI) initiatives within the administrative and public areas of the campus.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the operational bridge between General Affairs, Facilities, EHS, and other departments for site-level projects, such as space enhancements or workflow optimizations.
Team Leadership & Governance
Team Direction: Direct the Sr. Admin Supervisor and team to ensure the high-quality delivery of daily administrative services (travel, catering, office supplies).
Process Standardization: Lead the development and optimization of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all GA functions to ensure operational consistency and scalability.
Financial Management: Own the departmental budget, tracking spending and implementing cost-saving measures through data-driven analysis.