(Sr.) Procurement Supervisor - Biopharmaceuticals

Job Description

Job Description

AbelZeta Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on leveraging our R&D capabilities to discover and develop T cell-based therapeutic products to treat cancer and inflammatory & immunological diseases. We are seeking a Procurement Manager to join our growing team. The Procurement Manager will oversee all procurement activities for AbelZeta’s US operations, with a strong focus on GMP-related materials and timely invoice management. This role requires a self-starter who can operate independently, take ownership of procurement and supplier management, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will bring procurement expertise in biopharma or life sciences, strong communication skills, and the ability to build effective cross-functional and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities and Duties :

• Manage the full procurement cycle for laboratory, production (GMP), fixed assets, and administrative supplies, from sourcing through delivery
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers; ensure compliance with GMP, quality, EHS, and regulatory requirements
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, oversee supplier performance, and lead supplier evaluations in coordination with QA
• Oversee the invoice process, ensuring timely and accurate three-way matching (PO, delivery, invoice) and on-time payments in collaboration with Finance.
• Maintain the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and ensure supplier qualification and documentation are audit-ready.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to align material forecasts with production needs.
• Enforce adherence to company procurement policies and ethical standards, safeguarding compliance with laws and internal controls.
• Provide regular reporting on spend, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Drive process improvements in procurement, invoice management, and supplier engagement.
• Perform other duties as assigned

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Why You Should Join AbelZeta

AbelZeta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. AbelZeta validates right to work using E-Verify.