Intern- Associate, Purchasing

US Pharma Lab, Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Vacation days (up to 12 days starting

Job summary

US Pharma Lab, Inc. seeks an Intern - Associate, Purchasing based in New Brunswick, NJ. You will issue POs, manage materials and lab supplies, and support timely procurement across facilities.

The role requires strong Excel skills, ERP experience (Syspro/SAP preferred), and the ability to collaborate across departments while ensuring safety and SOP adherence.

Qualifications

• Relevant supply chain or purchasing experience (pharma/nutraceutical preferred).
• English reading/writing/speaking proficiency.
• Experience with ERP systems (Syspro or SAP) is a plus.
• Bi-Lingual in Chinese or Hindi is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders in ERP for raw materials and packaging.
• Issue POs for consumables to support manufacturing, engineering, Lab, and Warehouse.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, policies and SOPs.
• Coordinate PO accuracy with planning and Purchasing manager.
• Maintain a safe, incident-free workplace and comply with safety training.
• Keep management informed of area activities and issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Data analysis

Excel

English proficiency

ERP experience

Bilingual (Chinese or Hindi)

Tools

Syspro

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Date

2026

Location

1300 Airport Road, New Brunswick New Jersey

Title

Intern - Associate, Purchasing

Department

Operation (Purchasing)

Reports to

Senior Manager, Purchasing & Sourcing

FLSA (Exempt or Non-Exempt

Non - Exempt

Role Overview

The Purchasing Associate ensures the timely procurement of materials and components, manufacturing equipment, lab supplies, warehouse, and office supplies across all facilities.

Areas of Responsibility

• Issue Purchase orders in the ERP system for Raw Materials and/or packaging materials and sending them out to respective vendors.
• Issue Purchase orders in the ERP system for consumable goods to support manufacturing, engineering, Lab, and Warehouse across all facilities and sending them out to respective vendors.
• Ensure full compliance with Company policies, procedures, GMP's, Ethical Business Practice, and SOPs at all times.
• Work closely with the planning team and Purchasing manager to ensure the accuracy of Purchase orders issued in the ERP system.
• Work in a safe and responsible manner in order to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
• Comply with all job-related safety and other training requirements.
• Keep management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Qualification:

• Relevant supply chain or purchasing experience (preferably in a similar industry such as Pharmaceutical or Nutraceutical).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Able to read, write and speak English sufficiently.
• Strong project management and leadership skills.
• Comfortable with figures and in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Solid judgment with ability to make good decisions.
• Ability to interact effectively with different departments and with all levels of management.
• Must know MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (Syspro, SAP) preferred.
• Bi-Lingual in either Chinese or Hindi is a plus.

Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.):

• Ability to navigate office, lab, and/or plant floor working environments.
• Standard office environment without unpleasant or hazardous conditions. Physical demands involved in office work such as the ability to talk, hear, use hands to hold and feel; work on a computer up to 7-8 hours a day; close vision required for computer usage.
• Must have the ability to wear applicable personal protective equipment utilized at this site, including safety glasses/goggles, hair nets, lab coats, and safety shoes.

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.):

• Exposed to lab and/or plant floor working environments.
• Standard office environment without unpleasant or hazardous conditions.
• Temperature controlled for heat and air conditioning.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skill, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

USPL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

Benefits And Compensation:

• From health and wellness benefit options including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance.
• We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan.
• Employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, sick time, etc.
• Newly hired employees receive up to 10 days of vacation in the first year, which grows to 12 days starting the second year of employment.

Job Description Acknowledgement

I have read and understand the job requirements, responsibilities, and expectations set forth in the job description provided for my position. I attest that I can perform the essential job functions as outlined with or without any reasonable accommodation.