Procurement Enablement Specialist

Genentech • Daly City, CA

6d • $112,100 - $208,300 • Remote

About The Position

In this role, you will manage the end-to-end Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle for Development Sciences and Translational Medicine, driving efficiency across our financial operations. You will join a dynamic, collaborative team where your insights will directly influence spend forecasting and process optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Accounting, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a natural ability to guide stakeholders through process enhancements and build trusted partnerships across all levels.
• Strong analytical mindset with a proven capacity to interpret operational data, monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and articulate clear, logical conclusions.
• Experience in process development, including creating clear workflow maps and user-friendly guidance documentation.
• A forward-thinking approach with the courage to question the status quo and introduce innovative ways of working.

Nice To Haves

• 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle from contract execution to invoice processing and financial tracking, utilizing our global procurement platforms.
• Ensure financial data integrity by accurately recording cost centers, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and internal accounting codes to secure precise spend and accrual totals.
• Act as a key resource for functional and project variable cost spend management, supporting team decisions with clear data points.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and streamlining efforts to maximize resource efficiency within a fast-paced contracting environment.
• Foster seamless asynchronous collaboration across global research, procurement, shared services, and finance teams.
• Partner with international affiliates to enhance inter-company billing operations and cross-functional PO workflows.
• Advise stakeholders and leadership on future spend forecasting derived from executed contracts and operational metrics.
• Contribute to departmental objectives and long-term strategic goals by challenging existing business practices and championing innovative workflows.

Benefits

• A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
• This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level