<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support strategic sourcing and supplier management for a wide range of indirect spend categories within a Health Pharm/Biotech environment in Princeton, NJ. This long-term Contract position will focus on securing value through thoughtful category planning, effective contract negotiation, and close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders. The role is well suited for a procurement specialist who can balance commercial objectives, compliance expectations, and operational priorities in a regulated setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct sourcing activities across indirect purchasing areas such as technology, marketing, facilities, consulting services, travel, and transportation.</p><p>• Build category plans that support business priorities, strengthen compliance, and improve long-term supplier value.</p><p>• Conduct supplier negotiations for complex agreements to achieve favorable pricing, service commitments, and contractual protections.</p><p>• Oversee contracts from initial drafting and review through execution and ongoing adherence, working closely with legal and internal business teams.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to reduce spend, improve total cost outcomes, and enhance the value delivered by suppliers.</p><p>• Collaborate with partners in operations, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, finance, IT, marketing, and other corporate functions to align procurement strategies with business needs.</p><p>• Evaluate market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to inform sourcing decisions and category direction.</p><p>• Reduce supply and compliance exposure by strengthening sourcing approaches, monitoring supplier performance, and supporting diversification efforts.</p><p>• Measure and communicate procurement results, including savings, service performance, key metrics, and compliance with negotiated terms.</p><p>• Contribute to broader procurement improvement efforts such as vendor onboarding enhancements, payment term optimization, supplier diversity initiatives, and purchasing data standardization.</p>
<p>Our client is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator with experience in purchasing, materials planning, inventory, or a related supply chain function. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience coordinating materials, purchase orders, suppliers, and inventory requirements in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with related supply chain, purchasing, materials, or light industrial experience will be considered.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create and manage purchase orders based on material requirements and inventory needs.</li><li>Coordinate the timely availability of materials, components, and supplies.</li><li>Assist with materials planning and MRP activities.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and identify potential shortages or excess inventory.</li><li>Track purchase orders and communicate with suppliers regarding deliveries, lead times, and backorders.</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory information in the ERP/MRP system.</li><li>Work closely with production, operations, warehouse, and planning teams to ensure materials are available when needed.</li><li>Assist with obtaining quotes, comparing pricing, and coordinating with suppliers.</li><li>Help resolve supplier delivery, quantity, and quality issues.</li><li>Analyze inventory and purchasing data to support supply chain decisions.</li><li>Perform other purchasing and supply chain duties as needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>benefits:</p><ul><li>hybrid</li><li>medical</li><li>dental</li><li>vision</li><li>life insurance</li><li>long term disability</li><li>401k</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage end‑to‑end supply chain activities, including sourcing, purchasing, planning, and logistics.</li><li>Develop and maintain relationships with OEM suppliers and Contract Manufacturers.</li><li>Optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, cost savings, and lead-time performance.</li><li>Monitor vendor performance and negotiate pricing, terms, and service improvements.</li><li>Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies.</li><li>Partner with internal teams (Engineering, Operations, Finance) to ensure alignment on production and supply needs.</li><li>Analyze supply chain data to support forecasting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Travel will be required.</li></ul>