SOKOL GxP Services is looking for a Business Operations Associate to support procurement and operational activities within a biologics development organization.
This role focuses on coordinating procurement activities across capital equipment, laboratory supplies, and vendor services, ensuring accurate processing, documentation, and compliance with internal procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate capital equipment and laboratory supply purchase requests, including gathering specifications, documentation, and approvals
- Create and track purchase requisitions and purchase orders in alignment with internal processes
- Support supplier quotation collection and routing for review and approval
- Track order status, delivery timelines, and installation milestones
- Coordinate with internal teams (Operations, Facilities, Finance) and external vendors
- Support invoice tracking, discrepancy resolution, and reconciliation activities
- Maintain accurate procurement documentation to support audit readiness and compliance
- Follow established procedures and escalation paths for procurement activities
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, scientific discipline, or equivalent
- 4–7 years of experience supporting procurement or operational activities
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment preferred
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Ariba preferred)
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Systems & Tools
- SAP
- Ariba
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
- SharePoint
Benefits
Competitive hourly rate: $45.30 – $54.70/hr (W-2 only, no C2C)
Hybrid position - 50 % on site
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, regular business hours
12-month contract with possible extension
Health insurance, holiday pay, 401(k) program, and other benefits
Employee referral bonus program
