Buyer

Unither Pharmaceuticals; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% health premiums

401(k) match

HSA contributions

Bonuses

Job summary

Unither Pharmaceuticals, Rochester site, is seeking a Procurement Specialist / Buyer to source and purchase materials for pharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring timely availability while complying with cGMP and internal standards.

You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, Finance, and Engineering to support uninterrupted operations in a regulated environment, while optimizing costs and supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in regulated environments preferred.
• Experience in CGMP environments strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, components, packaging, and consumables per specs and demand requirements.
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders in ERP/MRP systems, ensuring pricing, quantities, and delivery dates.
• Monitor open POs and manage delivery schedules to prevent shortages or interruptions.
• Identify and maintain qualified suppliers and coordinate onboarding and performance monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements; support audits with records.

Skills

Procurement processes

Supplier management

Inventory control

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Who we are?

As a French pharmaceutical industrial group, we strive to make healthcare solutions that improve and simplify patients' lives accessible to as many people as possible.

As a world leader in sterile single dose, we have 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2400 employees.

Since 2013, our site Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 360 employees.

Your role

Reporting to the Planning Manager,

JOB SUMMARY:

The Procurement Specialist / Buyer is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, managing materials, and components required to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role ensures timely availability of goods and services while maintaining compliance with cGMP requirements, internal procedures, quality standards, and budgetary controls.

The position requires strong vendor management skills, attention to detail, and close collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, Finance, and Engineering to support uninterrupted operations in a regulated environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Purchasing

• Procure raw materials, components, packaging, and consumables, in accordance with approved specifications and demand requirements.


• Create, review, and manage purchase orders in ERP/MRP systems, ensuring accuracy of pricing, quantities, delivery dates, and terms.


• Monitor open purchase orders and proactively manage delivery schedules to prevent shortages or production interruptions.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and maintain qualified suppliers in accordance with Quality and Procurement procedures.


• Coordinate supplier onboarding, documentation, and performance monitoring.


• Resolve supplier issues related to quality, delivery, pricing, or service in collaboration with Quality Assurance and other stakeholders.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with cGMP, internal SOPs, and regulatory requirements.


• Maintain accurate purchasing records, contracts, and supplier documentation to support audits and inspections.


• Support internal and external audits by providing procurement records and supplier information as required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Warehouse teams to align purchasing activities with production schedules and operational needs.


• Participate in material planning meetings and provide input on lead times, availability, and supply risks.


• Support change management activities related to new materials, suppliers, or specifications.

Cost Control & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor pricing trends and identify cost-saving or efficiency opportunities.


• Support sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract renewals as assigned.


• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance procurement processes, systems, and supplier performance.

Your profile

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred.


• 2–5 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience, preferably in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environments.

Experience Working In a CGMP Environment Is Strongly Preferred.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Working knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and inventory control.


• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and standard procurement documentation.


• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across departments and with external suppliers.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Compensation Range

80,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD

• The referenced compensation range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

A Smarter Total Compensation Package

At Unither, your base salary is just the beginning. Our Total Rewards include:

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums (a $2,000–$6,000+ annual value)


• 401(k) contributions: 6% match plus an additional 4% company-funded contribution


• HSA contributions with wellness incentives


• Annual performance bonuses and merit increase eligibility


• And more—because we invest in your health, your future, and your peace of mind.

It’s a package designed to reward impact—not just hours worked.

More Than Just a Paycheck

At Unither, we don’t just offer competitive hourly wages—we also pay 100% of your medical premiums. That means no paycheck deductions for your healthcare, which can be worth an extra $1 to $3.50 an hour in your pocket compared to jobs where you pay part of the premium.

Learn more about us

We are a dynamic company driven by a spirit of victory and are therefore pursuing strong growth while maintaining a close relationship with our customers and employees.

Our culture is based on 5 values: Respect, Responsibility, Trust, Courage and Innovation. We are committed to bringing these values to life with our employees by granting them a high degree of autonomy in the exercise of their profession and by encouraging their initiatives.

We are committed to providing them with working conditions and atmosphere that is conducive to their development and the expression of their potential.

We propose you to integrate a site that values the meaning of work and that entrusts our employees with a high level of responsibility.

Join us and make a difference!

Unither is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and to ensuring equal employment opportunity for all applicants.