Sourcing and Procurement Specialist II

Invivoscribe is an industry pioneer, dedicated to Improving Lives with Precision Diagnostics®. Invivoscribe has been the global leader in driving international standardization of testing and accelerating patient access to the newest and best cancer treatments for over 25 years.

Headquartered in sunny San Diego, California with locations across the world, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and services. We work with key collaborators to develop molecular assays, reagents, controls and bioinformatics tools under ISO 13485 design control that are used by over 700 clinical laboratories in over 160 countries.

Our global network of laboratories offers internationally standardized next generation molecular and flow cytometry panels to support drug development and accelerate drug approvals worldwide. We work with pharmaceutical partners and international regulatory agencies across the globe to develop companion diagnostics, which are necessary to gain approval of new drugs and treatments for cancer patients. Our harmonized ISO15189 accredited and CLIA/CAP clinical laboratories offer a test menu focused on biomarkers which are clinically actionable to support therapeutic decisions, measurable residual disease (MRD) testing, patient stratification, and trial enrollment, all designed to accelerate approvals of new oncology drugs and treatments.

For 25 years, we have been at forefront of precision diagnostics, and we’re just getting started!

We are looking to add a Sourcing and Procurement Specialist II for evaluating and recommending sourcing strategy for the procurement of goods and materials to include contract management, negotiation and vendor relationships. S/he will identify new sources to meet new business requirements and continuously measure effectiveness and cost savings.

Core Responsibilities Include:

Procurement:

• Perform the required purchasing tasks for the procurement of materials by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Work Instructions (WI).
• Submit approved Purchase Orders to suppliers for processing following supplier protocols for Purchase Order placement ensuring purchase requirements are met.
• Resolve material shortages, discrepancies or other issues via communication with Suppliers to expedite procurement and researching alternate materials and Vendors.
• Complete necessary tasks and assignments for NCMR’s, Process Deviations, and CAPA’s; participate in related QA meetings as required.
• Create and maintain the part numbers in ERP software; create Purchasing Specifications for applicable part numbers ensuring minimum requirements are met.
• Assist with maintenance of Approved Supplier List. Complete and distribute supplier evaluations/surveys as required to ensure the timely approval and maintenance of Supplier List. Assist with Supplier Audits.

Sourcing:

• Actively participate in Project Core Team meetings; collaborating with departments to ensure proper materials are procured; researching alternate materials, pricing and Vendors.
• Communicate expectations to Suppliers, negotiate prices and terms, and recommend Suppliers with respect to cost, quality, and lead-time.
• Negotiate/implement Supplier Agreements, Quotes and Change Notifications. Performs periodic review of Agreements, Quotes and Notifications to ensure they are accurate and active.
• Meets with Suppliers to maintain positive business relationships; interact with suppliers to manage production and fulfillment schedules.
• Compile and analyze data to perform price analysis, make source selection and procurement justifications.
• Knowledge-share with team members and promote best practices.

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, supply chain or other related field of study and, typically, 4+ years of applicable experience to include 2+ years with ISO 13485 or other similarly regulated industry. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Applied experience in an ERP system; Oracle Cloud is highly advantageous.
• Experience in Life Sciences, medical device industry, or other regulated environment is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new software programs to include Oracle ERP system.

We Bring:

• A beautiful modern facility centrally located in San Diego County, with many jobs conducive to flexible scheduling and telework options.
• A welcoming breakroom for gathering with hosted hot/cold beverages and healthy convenience foods, and an available micro-market to get you through the day.
• A positive workplace culture with an emphasis on support, respect and belonging.
• A diverse and inclusive work environment where you will learn, grow, and make new friends.
• Competitive pay, discretionary bonus program, incentive stock options, generous benefit options, 401k with a fully vested employer match, and generous time off benefits.

Invivoscribe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person