Business Operations Associate (Procurement / Supply Chain)

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