Senior Procurement Specialist
Bio-Techne
June 26, 2026
Remote friendly (San Jose, CA)
United States
Operations
Position Summary
The Senior Procurement Specialist leads more complex procurement activities, providing expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization. They mentor junior procurement staff and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support company-wide procurement strategies.
Essential Functions
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories or projects.
- Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management to maximize value and minimize risk.
- Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Manage relationships with key suppliers and coordinate supplier performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders including finance, legal, operations, and engineering.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
- Mentor and train junior procurement team members.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and systems.
- Generate detailed procurement reports and provide insights to senior management.
- Support demand planning and inventory optimization efforts.
Job Specifications / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CPSM, CPP) preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in procurement or sourcing roles.
- Proven negotiation and supplier management experience.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement software.
- Leadership experience or ability to lead cross-functional project teams.
Benefits
- Competitive insurance benefits starting on day one (medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield).
- 401k, ESPP, HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
- Mentorship, training/development, tuition reimbursement.
- Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
The Senior Procurement Specialist leads more complex procurement activities, providing expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization. They mentor junior procurement staff and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support company-wide procurement strategies.
Essential Functions
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for assigned categories or projects.
- Lead supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management to maximize value and minimize risk.
- Conduct market analysis and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Manage relationships with key suppliers and coordinate supplier performance evaluations.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders including finance, legal, operations, and engineering.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
- Mentor and train junior procurement team members.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and systems.
- Generate detailed procurement reports and provide insights to senior management.
- Support demand planning and inventory optimization efforts.
Job Specifications / Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CPSM, CPP) preferred.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in procurement or sourcing roles.
- Proven negotiation and supplier management experience.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement software.
- Leadership experience or ability to lead cross-functional project teams.
Benefits
- Competitive insurance benefits starting on day one (medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield).
- 401k, ESPP, HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care FSA.
- Mentorship, training/development, tuition reimbursement.
- Paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.