Contractor, Procurement Specialist

BioSpace; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 61,992 - 86,788; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health plans

Onsite gym

Job summary

A biotechnology organization is seeking a Contractor, Procurement Specialist in Redwood City, California. Responsibilities include managing vendor relationships and procurement processes, with a pay range of $45-$63 per hour. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience. The company offers a competitive benefits package in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in procurement or related field preferred.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Experience in a biotech, laboratory, or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships and issue purchase orders.
• Analyze purchasing trends and recommend process improvements.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders for procurement needs.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procure to Pay software

Job description

Overview

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Procurement Specialist (Contractor) is essential to the growth of our organization, providing vital support to Adicet Bio's procurement activities. The ideal candidate will collaborate with R&D, G&A, and Technical Operations teams to ensure efficient procurement of lab and office supplies, manage vendor relationships, facilitate order processing, communicate with stakeholders, generate reports, and perform other essential purchasing activities to maximize buying power and create value.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage vendor relationships and ensure supplier details meet company standards and expectations.
• Issue purchase orders for laboratory and office supplies in a timely and efficient manner.
• Follow up with suppliers on order statuses and provide order and shipment updates to stakeholders.
• Update banking details after receiving approval from finance and ensure payment information is accurate and up to date.
• Create bi-weekly reports showcasing purchases and identifying goods received to AP team in preparation for invoice payment.
• Analyze purchasing trends and recommend process improvements to streamline procurement activities.
• Work closely with Sr. Manager, Procurement to ensure all procurement activities are completed on time and within budget.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders to meet procurement needs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate records of all procurement activities and ensure documentation is up to date and readily available.

Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in procurement or a related field, preferably in a biotech, laboratory, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills, time-management, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and all levels of management.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced, start-up environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel reporting, and experience with Procure to Pay software.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an analytical mindset.
• Outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills.

Hourly Pay: $45—$63 USD

Work Environment & Benefits

Adicet fosters a collaborative, high-performing environment with on-site requirements. Employees are expected to be onsite at least three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday mandatory), with some roles requiring full-time onsite presence.

We offer a competitive compensation package including base salary, annual cash bonus, long-term incentives (equity), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and a 401(k) with Roth option and company match. Comprehensive health plans (medical, dental, vision), Flexible FSA, company-matched HSA, life and disability insurance, legal and other voluntary programs are available. Generous paid time off, holidays, vacation, sick time, and paid parental leave are offered.

Adicet is located in a state-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, parking with EV charging, free shuttle (Caltrain), subsidized lunches, and well-stocked breakrooms.

Adicet is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries: Biotechnology

Adicet is located in a state-of-the-art facility and works to create an incredible office experience. We also encourage referrals, as they increase interview chances.