Overview
Junior Purchasing / Buyer (Temporary Position)
Finance & Purchasing Unit
IRBM is a scientific contract research organization (CRO) that stands at the forefront of drug discovery, leveraging a single, unified research facility, located in Pomezia (Rome), Italy, to accelerate team-based breakthroughs and improve efficiencies from initial concept to pre-clinical candidate.
With a history of contributing to several approved drugs, and its own internal pipeline of oncology and other therapeutic assets, IRBM is powered by deep collaborations and decades of expertise from leading global institutions. Our comprehensive in-house capabilities assist partners in achieving key milestones and progressing towards clinical readiness, positioning IRBM as a major player in driving innovation in the pharmaceutical and biotech fields.
IRBM Group also has a GMP – certified Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), ADVAXIA Biologics. ADVAXIA is authorized to produce investigational medicinal products by the Italian National Regulatory Authority (AIFA) and is compliant with the FDA and EMA regulatory guidelines.
Job description
IRBM is seeking a highly motivated Buyer to join our team. In this role, you will conduct and support the procurement process of goods and services following established purchasing policies and procedures optimizing price, delivery, and terms, and providing performance analysis of KPIs for the Group.
Key Responsibilities

Prepare proposals, request quotes, and negotiate purchase terms and conditions
Analyse and evaluate bids to determine optimum value
Support budget processing, manage requests and order confirmations
Analyse demand trends to support the management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies
Delivers on challenging savings and cost avoidance targets
Liaise with the internal project team and providers to develop strong relationship resolve financial related issues
Identify potential suppliers, select them and issue purchase orders
Evaluate products and services provided
Identifies and mitigates sourcing risks
Monitor of contract expirations and terms

Competencies / skills

Excellent negotiation skills
Result orientation
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to plan and prioritize work to meet commitments
Ability to build formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organisation
Excellent analytical skills
Working knowledge of written and spoken English

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business / engineering disciplines
At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, in medium complex and structured company contexts
In-depth knowledge of the Microsoft Office package with particular focus of ERP logic
Previous use of Microsoft Navision and PowerBi systems is an advantage

Location
The position will be based at IRBM's headquarters in Pomezia (Rome), Italy
During the job interview we will evaluate candidates' experience and the job offer will be commensurate.
We thank all applicants for their interest, candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
IRBM considers all qualified applicants without discrimination, including on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected classes. We nurture an inclusive culture where everyone can show their full potential and enjoy a fulfilling career.
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