Procurement RM - Biology

Executive Role:

·       2–4 years of procurement experience in a pharmaceutical/CRO/CDMO

Sr Executive/Asst Manager Role:

·       5–8 years of procurement experience in a pharmaceutical/CRO/CDMO - preferably in the biology domain.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Source and procure biology-related consumables, reagents, lab supplies, assay kits, cell lines, as per project requirements.

·       Interact with scientific stakeholders (biology team) to understand technical requirements and ensure procurement aligns with research timelines.

·       Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers while maintaining compliance with regulatory and internal procurement standards.

·       Request and evaluate quotations, negotiate with vendors, and raise purchase orders in the ERP system (Oracle).

·       Track order status, coordinate logistics, and ensure timely delivery.

·       Maintain procurement documentation, including quotations, order confirmations, delivery challans, and invoices.

·       Work closely with Sai Boston procurement team ,Stores and Finance teams for MRNs, invoice processing, and vendor payment follow-ups.

·       Monitor vendor performance and develop supplier relationships to ensure continuous quality improvements and cost savings.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

·       Bachelor’s or master’s degree in science (preferably Biology/Biotechnology) or equivalent.

·       Knowledge of sourcing lab consumables, reagents, instruments, and equipment.

·       Familiarity with procurement tools - ERP Oracle

·       Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.

·       Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

·       Basic MS office reporting skills