What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Specialist I position at GBI Bio?
Description
Experienced Purchasing Specialist I with a strong background in biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments. Proven expertise in sourcing direct and indirect materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring GMP-compliant procurement processes. Intermediate user of ERP systems including NetSuite and Oracle E-Business Suite, with demonstrated ability to optimize purchasing workflows, control costs, and support production continuity.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
Experienced Purchasing Specialist I with a strong background in biopharmaceutical manufacturing environments. Proven expertise in sourcing direct and indirect materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring GMP-compliant procurement processes. Intermediate user of ERP systems including NetSuite and Oracle E-Business Suite, with demonstrated ability to optimize purchasing workflows, control costs, and support production continuity.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities:
- Procure direct materials (API, excipients, single-use systems, lab supplies) and indirect materials (MRO, services) in support of biopharma manufacturing operations.
- Manage purchase orders from requisition through receipt using ERP systems.
- Utilize NetSuite and Oracle to:
- Create and manage POs
- Maintain vendor master data
- Monitor inventory levels and reorder points
- Track spend analytics and reporting
- Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, GMP standards, and internal quality procedures.
- Support supplier qualification processes in partnership with QA and Regulatory teams.
- Monitor supplier performance (OTIF, quality, responsiveness) and drive corrective actions when needed.
- Collaborate with Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, and Finance to ensure uninterrupted supply.
- Analyze market trends and identify cost-saving and risk-mitigation opportunities.
- Maintain accurate documentation for audit readiness.
- 2 years of purchasing experience in biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, or life sciences manufacturing.
- Hands-on ERP experience with NetSuite and/or Oracle.
- Strong understanding of:
- GMP environments
- FDA-regulated procurement
- Controlled materials and documentation requirements
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, spend analysis).
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Cost Reduction & Spend Analysis
- ERP System Optimization
- Inventory Control & Demand Planning Support
- Regulatory Compliance
- Cross-Functional Collaboration