Buyer

DeWinter Group; San Carlos (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group in California is seeking a Buyer to streamline procurement across laboratory, IT, and facilities in a fast-growing biotech environment. You will drive cost-effective purchasing, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely acquisition of essential goods and services.

Requirements: 2–5 years’ buying experience, ERP skills (SAP, Netsuite, Oracle), and experience with capital expenditures and indirect goods.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience as a buyer, preferably in biotech, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries.
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Netsuite, or Oracle.
• Hands-on experience with procurement processes for capital expenditures and indirect goods/services.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve procurement challenges with critical thinking and sound judgment.
• Skilled in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet for reporting and analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency.

Skills

Procurement experience

Communication skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Critical thinking

MS Excel reporting

PowerPoint reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

SAP

Netsuite

Oracle

Smartsheet

Excel

PowerPoint

Ironclad

Job description

Buyer

Overview:
Join an innovative biotechnology company as a Buyer and play a vital role in streamlining procurement operations within a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This strategic position offers an exciting opportunity to support essential functions across laboratory, IT, and facilities departments, ensuring the seamless acquisition of critical goods and services. Your expertise will drive cost-effective purchasing, nurture supplier relationships, and contribute to the company’s mission of advancing medical breakthroughs.

Required Skills:

• 2–5 years of experience as a buyer, preferably in biotech, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries
• Strong proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Netsuite, or Oracle
• Hands-on experience with procurement processes for capital expenditures and indirect goods/services
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to independently resolve procurement challenges with critical thinking and sound judgment
• Skilled in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet for reporting and analysis
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities with a sense of urgency

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with legal contract systems such as Ironclad
• Exposure to Netsuite, SAP, or similar enterprise platforms
• Familiarity with purchase order management and vendor negotiation
• Certification or training in supply chain or procurement best practices

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or related field is preferred but not mandatory
• Prior experience in a fast-paced start-up or biotech environment is highly advantageous

Other Requirements:

• This position requires onsite presence four days a week in San Carlos, CA, aligning with the company culture
• Ability to support procurement activities with minimal supervision
• Willingness to collaborate closely with legal, finance, and vendor teams to ensure compliance and efficiency

This role is an exceptional opportunity for a driven procurement professional to impact a cutting-edge biotech organization directly.