Operational Buyer Indirect III

Job Category: Business Professional

Industry: Pharma/ Biotech Industries

Duration: 12 Months (40hrs/weeks)

Description:

Hybrid Remote

• Review Purchase Requisitions for indirect products/services of CAPEX Projects to ensure all necessary information, documentation and required signatures are present.
• Issue purchase orders to vendors based on approved requisitions.
• Obtain Order Confirmations with expected delivery dates from vendors.
• Assist with resolving any issues related to orders, including shipment errors, damaged goods, and other supplier concerns.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of goods per the schedule set forth for the project.
• Keep in touch with suppliers on open orders and communicate any delays and/or early deliveries to the project leads and update internal systems accordingly, so that the respective site is aware.
• Closing out the purchase orders at the end of the project.
• Manage relationships with vendors, responding to inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
• Work with the supplier to expedite orders as needed to meet the demands and timelines set forth by the Project Lead and communicate the status.
• Provide PO/Invoice management assistance and support to CAPEX Procurement and Project Controls teams.
• Assist with scheduling meetings with suppliers and Project Leads and any additional stake holders.
• Tracking equipment order through delivery status using the PMP (or CAPEX Equipment Tracker).
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Facilitate issuance of Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDA)
• Assemble and issue Request for Proposal (RFP)/Tenders, commercial agreements (PO’s), contract preparation and issuance.
• Expedite Receipt of RFP’s and Tenders
• Compile quotations and populate bid tab analysis
• Develop successful working relationships with partner teams, internal stake holders and suppliers.
• Promote a culture of collaboration and innovation within the immediate team.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Become part of this exciting opportunity and apply now!

Key requirements:

• Associates degree (or equivalent experience) in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.

• Previous experience in large to medium CAPEX project procurement in Bio-Pharm, Chemical, specialty chemical, or heavy industrial projects.
• Experience with Operational Procurement and Requisition-to-Purchase processes.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience working with procurement systems and management software, demonstrated knowledge and use of SAP, Unifier, and SharePoint.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Curious and observant team player, willingness to expand own expertise and learn on the go.
• Ability to adapt to varying workloads and to prioritize business needs.
• Highly analytical with a strong attention to detail.
• Able to work with a minimum supervision.
• Able to deal with Ambiguity - can manage shifting priorities, and demands.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and departments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Shift:

1st shift, day (M-F)