Procurement Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About Made Scientific

Made Scientific is a leading U.S.-based cell therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in the development, manufacturing, testing, and release of autologous and allogeneic cell therapy products for clinical and commercial supply. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, we combine deep scientific expertise with agile, client-focused execution to deliver reliable and scalable manufacturing solutions. Backed by GC Corporation, a global leader in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, Made Scientific is committed to advancing innovative therapies that improve patient lives.

Position Summary

Made Scientific is seeking a Procurement Manager to own day‑to‑day procurement execution for Princeton site. This role is responsible for leading procurement activities, inventory support, supplier performance, and purchasing process discipline , helping ensure reliable support of manufacturing, R&D, and customer commitments.

The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on procurement experience, strong analytical skills, and the confidence to take ownership of purchasing processes, resolve issues, and drive practical improvements with internal stakeholders and suppliers across a multi‑site operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Own procurement execution for raw materials, consumables, services, and capital equipment supporting both sites.
• Lead supplier selection support, pricing reviews, purchasing coordination, and supplier performance tracking, with a focus on quality, cost, reliability, and compliance.
• Manage supplier KPIs, identify performance gaps, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure suppliers meet applicable GMP, ISO, and regulatory requirements.

Procurement Support for Inventory & Logistics

• Partner with supply chain owners by providing purchasing visibility, supplier lead‑time information, and procurement inputs to support inventory planning and stock‑level decisions.
• Support inbound and inter‑site logistics through supplier coordination, purchase order follow‑up, delivery expediting, and escalation of supplier‑related delays.
• Support supply chain teams with supplier‑related root cause analysis, procurement data, and corrective actions that improve inventory accuracy and cycle‑counting outcomes.

Leadership & Cross ‑ Functional Collaboration