Procurement Specialist

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 buildin