Procurement Manager - Biopharmaceuticals

AbelZeta Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on leveraging our R&D capabilities to discover and develop T cell-based therapeutic products to treat cancer and inflammatory & immunological diseases. We are seeking a Procurement Manager to join our growing team. The Procurement Manager will oversee all procurement activities for AbelZeta’s US operations, with a strong focus on GMP-related materials and timely invoice management. This role requires a self-starter who can operate independently, take ownership of procurement and supplier management, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will bring procurement expertise in biopharma or life sciences, strong communication skills, and the ability to build effective cross-functional and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Manage the full procurement cycle for laboratory, production (GMP), fixed assets, and administrative supplies, from sourcing through delivery
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers; ensure compliance with GMP, quality, EHS, and regulatory requirements
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, oversee supplier performance, and lead supplier evaluations in coordination with QA
• Oversee the invoice process, ensuring timely and accurate three-way matching (PO, delivery, invoice) and on-time payments in collaboration with Finance.
• Maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and ensure supplier qualification and documentation are audit-ready.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to align material forecasts with production needs.
• Enforce adherence to company procurement policies and ethical standards, safeguarding compliance with laws and internal controls.
• Provide regular reporting on spend, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Drive process improvements in procurement, invoice management, and supplier engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred
• 5 years of procurement experience, ideally with GMP-related materials in biotech, pharma, or life sciences.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive results without close supervision.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across teams (Finance, QA, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Legal).
• Proven ability to build trust, manage relationships, and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, with a focus on compliance and continuous improvement.
• Experience overseeing procurement and invoice/payment processes.

Key Attributes

• Self-starter with a go-getter attitude and the ability to proactively identify and solve problems.
• Highly motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with cross function.
• Empathetic and professional approach, with the ability to remain calm and supportive under pressure.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across office and lab functions.

Why You Should Join AbelZeta

• Join a high growth and fast paced organization
• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan, including 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance, and more!
• Company 401k match up to 6%
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave

AbelZeta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. AbelZeta validates right to work using E-Verify.

Salary : $78,900 - $130,000