Procurement Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Apr 27, 2026. Genscript scores B on the Alion truth index.
About GenScript
Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.
Position: Procurement Specialist
Line Manager: Procurement Expert
Key Responsibilities:
- Source, evaluate, negotiate, and procure biological reagents, lab consumables, production equipment, instruments, and technical services
- Resolve after-sales issues in various types of procurement
- Identify, qualify, and onboard Singapore and international suppliers (especially in life sciences), maintaining a Qualified Supplier Database
- Conduct periodic supplier performance reviews (quality, delivery, responsiveness, compliance). And promote continuous improvement of supplier performance
- Analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities; implement strategies such as bulk purchasing or framework agreements
- Streamline procurement workflows. Improve procurement efficiency
- Partner closely with R&D, Production, Quality, and Finance teams to align procurement with operational needs and timelines
- Support audit readiness by preparing procurement-related documentation
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with Singapore regulations, company policies, and industry standards (e.g., ISO, FDA)
- Mitigate contractual risks including IP, confidentiality, and liability clauses
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Procurement (preferably in life sciences, pharma, CRO/CDMO, or lab equipment sectors); OR Production, operations, or material management experience in CRO, biopharmaceutical, medical device, or related industries, with familiarity with BOMs and material flows
- Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables required)
- Basic contract review and negotiation skill
- Strong cross-cultural communication; able to liaise independently with global supplier
- Fluent in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken); capable of handling technical documents and contracts in English (as this role works closely with internal customers in China)
- Highly detail-oriented, responsible, and able to perform under pressure
- Strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities
- Self-motivated learner committed to professional growth in procurement
- Certification such as CPSM, CIPS, or CPPM, familiarity with Singapore’s local life science ecosystem or import/export customs procedures, and experience in lab operations, GMP warehousing, or QA/QC functions is an advantage
Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.
Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.