Procurement Coordinator II

Pfizer; Groton (CT); Hybrid; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Procurement Coordinator II in Groton, CT. This hybrid role focuses on supporting business operations primarily through procure to pay processes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of experience in finance or procurement. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are essential. This position offers a pay rate between $27 and $32 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar function, preferably in finance or procurement related role.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks under deadlines across global time zones.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Generate requisitions and manage purchase orders across all lines within PharmSci.
• Interface with PharmSci colleagues, Procurement, Finance, and vendors.
• Assist with setting up new vendors and maintaining existing ones.

Skills

Communication - Written and Verbal

Organizational skills

SAP knowledge

Ariba knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Ariba Spend Management

Job description

Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Communication - Written and Verbal, Organizational

SAP and Ariba knowledge is a plus

troubleshoot

Summary

The Procurement Coordinator II is responsible for supporting business operations with a primary focus on procure to pay processes within Pharmaceutical Sciences (PharmSci). This role will help drive efficiencies across a wide range of sourcing activities and will liaise with Procurement, Finance and PharmSci team members to ensure application of a consistent methodology for generating and managing purchase orders on an end-to-end basis.

Responsibilities

• Generate requisitions and manage purchase orders across all lines within PharmSci including managing associated documents and reviewing for completeness, raising POs, requesting approvals, and resolving discrepancies.
• Interface with PharmSci colleagues, Procurement, Finance, and vendors to ensure seamless procure to pay processes.
• Manage documents associated with POs such as quotes or Statement of Work (SOW) and ensure proper signature is obtained and documents are attached to the purchase requisition.
• Assist with setting up new vendors and maintaining existing ones in Ariba.
• Extend end dates and/or close purchase orders as needed.
• Review Invoices and communicate back to vendors any discrepancies.
• Work with vendor, business contacts, Finance, and Procurement to resolve issues.
• Support operational reporting by gathering monthly metrics related to PO approved/spent/saved, discrepancies, contractor cost and other as needed. Monitor PO spend, identify when there is significant under or overspend, and communicate to business owners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a similar function, preferably in finance or procurement related role.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organization skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks/requests simultaneously under time constraints across global time zones and meet deadlines in a professional manner.
• Strong listening, written and verbal communication and negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to effectively manage customer relationships. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel skills- Pivot tables, and similar tools. Experience with Ariba Spend Management or other related procurement tools is preferred.

Location/Shift

• This is a hybrid role in Groton, CT (3-4 days per week onsite)
• Monday - Friday; (40 hours per week)

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate $27

Max Pay Rate $32

Currency USD

Unit hourly

Benefits Information

Comprehensive Benefits Package available based on eligibility

• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Supplemental and Voluntary Life Insurance