Bionique Testing Laboratories LLC (Bionique) has been a leading global provider of mycoplasma testing services for the biopharmaceutical industry for over 35 years. Bionique offers the full breadth of services from lot and Final Drug Product release testing per regulatory guidelines to a GMP compliant Real-Time PCR assay to support clients’ needs from concept to clinical trials and commercialization for biopharmaceutical and cell therapy products. Bionique’s experience and expertise extends to development and validation of rapid microbiological methods to support abbreviated release timelines. Additional services such as regulatory and compliance consultancy add to Bionique’s unique position in this niche analytical testing space. Located in Saranac Lake, NY, Bionique is an FDA registered and GMP compliant contract testing facility. Bionique aims to offer unsurpassed quality mycoplasma testing services to meet the specific scientific and regulatory needs of each client and partner.
Company:
Bionique Testing Laboratories LLC
Job Description:
We are seeking a Procurement Associate to maintain positive vendor relations and administrative support. You will be ensuring vendor supplier qualifications are met per our Quality Department, work across departments to be able to order and anticipate orders and lead inventory management.
Onsite in Saranac Lake, NY, M-F 8am to 4pm
Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities :
· Order office and laboratory supplies/process purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures
· Manage office supplies inventory
· Vendor communication including clarifying details, negotiating terms and price, identifying quality of goods, establishing deadlines and expectations
· Track orders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
· Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses, and update internal databases with order details
· Maintain positive vendor relations and communicate with suppliers
· Identify pricing trends and evaluate offers from vendors for better pricing
· Assist the Laboratory Logistics Analyst with monitoring stock levels and identifying purchasing needs
· Oversee inventory control
· Assist with other areas of the Front Office as needed
· Provide input for organization-wide and department policies and procedures in a variety of areas such as purchasing, procurement, etc.
· Greet visitors and provide general support to visitors upon arrival in accordance with company policies
· Organize and schedule appointments and meetings
· Maintain contact lists
· Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
· Assist and/or generate reports
· Manage sensitive information in a confidential manner
· Correspond with clients through phone, fax, mail, e-mail in a polite and professional manner
· Maintain electronic and paper filing systems
· Conduct data entry
· Perform additional duties as assigned
Requirements :
· HS diploma or equivalent
· Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects under deadline pressure and independently
· Able to adapt quickly to change
· Strong organizational and time management skills
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills
· High attention to detail and data entry accuracy is required
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Physical Requirements :
· Prolonged periods of sitting on a chair, working at a desk, and working on a computer and/or telephone
· Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
Pay Rate and Shift :
· The base compensation range for this role is between $23.00/hr - $26.00/hr. The actual compensation is commensurate with experience.
· This position is a fully onsite role and is scheduled for a 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM shift. A shift differential is paid for hours worked between 4:00 PM and 6:00 AM, Monday through Friday, excluding designated holidays.
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