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BIOptimizers · 2 days ago

Senior Procurement Specialist - Raw Materials and Dietary Supplements

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

BiOptimizers is a company dedicated to enhancing health through scientifically designed supplements. They are seeking a highly motivated Senior Procurement Specialist to ensure a resilient and cost-effective supply chain for their dietary supplement products, focusing on sourcing high-quality raw materials and collaborating with R&D teams.

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Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing of Raw Materials: Proactively source and procure a wide range of raw materials for dietary supplement products, ensuring all ingredients meet defined specifications for quality, purity, and potency

Supplier Identification and Qualification: Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers aligned with our commitment to quality, transparency, and ethical sourcing. Conduct thorough due diligence to ensure compliance with regulatory and brand requirements

Innovation and R&D Collaboration: Support the innovation pipeline by identifying new and emerging ingredients for R&D initiatives. Partner closely with internal R&D teams and external labs to source sample materials for product development

Supplier Network Development: Build and maintain a robust, high-quality supplier network within the dietary supplement industry. Develop strong, long-term vendor relationships to ensure supply continuity and scalability

Negotiation and Cost Management: Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and reliable delivery schedules while maintaining quality standards. Monitor market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements

Quality and Compliance: Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure all sourced materials comply with FDA regulations and internal standards. Manage required documentation including Certificates of Analysis (COAs), specifications, and supplier records

Qualification

Procurement experienceSourcing raw materialsNegotiation skillsSupplier relationship managementAnalytical skillsFDA regulationsCross-functional collaborationBachelor's degreeOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills