<p><strong>Contract Procurement Specialist – Biotech/Life Sciences (Contract Role)</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>Our global life sciences team seeks an experienced Contract Procurement Specialist to help manage complex supplier and vendor relationships and support strategic sourcing initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of procurement in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, including pricing analysis, contract management, compliance, and negotiating on a global scale.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the procurement of goods, equipment, chemicals, services, and technology for R& D, manufacturing, and corporate operations</li><li>Source, qualify, and negotiate with global suppliers and vendors with a strong emphasis on cost optimization and quality assurance</li><li>Analyze pricing trends and market conditions to ensure competitive and compliant purchasing decisions</li><li>Draft, review, and manage contracts and agreements, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and company policies</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams in R& D, manufacturing, quality, and legal to ensure the timely and compliant delivery of materials and services</li><li>Monitor supplier performance and risk, resolving issues and contributing to supplier development initiatives</li><li>Support resource optimization and documentation improvement efforts for ongoing cost containment</li><li>Assist with compliance related to value-based care models, international regulations, and ethical sourcing</li><li>Maintain accurate procurement records, documentation, and reporting as needed for audits and management review</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a life sciences-related field (MBA or relevant certification a plus)</li><li>3+ years of experience in contract procurement within the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry</li><li>Demonstrated success negotiating complex supplier/vendor contracts on a global scale</li><li>Familiarity with life sciences regulations, cGMP, and other compliance requirements</li><li>Strong analytical and pricing skills, with experience in market trend analysis</li><li>Excellent communication, project management, and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-national environment and manage multiple priorities</li></ul><p><br></p>

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