Procurement Specialist II

Genezen•Lexington, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist II role is integral to the on-time delivery of compliant materials for Operations. This role supports the day-to-day purchasing of materials and management of vendors by working with internal stakeholders and managing external relationships. These activities are performed in accordance with cGMP guidelines and departmental and inter-departmental policies and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

2-4 years of relevant GMP experience in pharma/biotech company, working within a quality system and regulated GMP environment
1-2 years experience working with ERP systems
Well versed in cGMP/ICH/FDA/EU regulations and guidelines
Supplier/Vendor Management
Inventory Management & Analysis
Excellent computer, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as working effectively as part of a team
Ability to adapt quickly to change, such as but not limited to ideas, responsibilities, and strategies
Analytical problem solving
BS/MS degree in business or related field (e.g., Business Management, Supply Chain, or Finance)
APICS Certification

Responsibilities

Assist in the procurement of GMP materials in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Monitor inventory levels and support analysis of historical trends to help prevent stockouts.
Support the tracking and reporting of supplier freight and expedite costs.
Coordinate with vendors to gather quotes, confirm lead times, and process purchase orders.
Assist in managing supplier documentation, including Vendor Change Notifications and Corrective Action Requests, under the guidance of senior staff.
Maintain and update item master data in the ERP system as directed.
Support internal teams by gathering information and helping assess material needs.
Learn and apply GMP and procurement best practices through daily activities and team training.
Meet with internal customers to assess needs and create forecasts.
Work effectively with cross-functional teams including but not limited to Finance, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Planning/Scheduling and Warehouse.