We are supporting a well-established global CDMO near Torrance, California, in their search for a Buyer III to join their team full-time. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team that has manufactured over 1,000 GMP-grade peptides and has a long history of cGMP-compliant manufacturing, with more than 20 approved drug substances worldwide!
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to -
Serve as the primary point of contact for procurement related to services, preventative maintenance, and capital expenditures across two U.S. locations.
Develop and execute negotiation strategies to drive cost efficiencies and mitigate unnecessary expenses within indirect purchasing.
Assess and revise contract terms and customer agreements, offering recommendations to senior leadership
Oversee a broad portfolio of contracts, including confidentiality agreements, consulting and service agreements, equipment and construction contracts, and vendor partnerships.
Facilitate the RFQ/RFP process for new procurement requests in alignment with both local and global guidelines.
Monitor and manage contract statuses using the organization's contract management software.
Handle the distribution and proper documentation of finalized contracts within the designated database.
Collaborate closely with engineering and facilities teams to support contract execution and procurement activities for equipment and construction projects.
Provide responsive and effective support to internal teams, ensuring smooth coordination of contractual needs.
Requirements include -
Bachelor's degree and 3-5 years of relevant contract management experience