Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant

Located at our large molecule headquarters in RTP, North Carolina, the Purchasing Assistant is responsible for managing the procurement process, working to provide the best quality, delivery terms, and an agreeable price. This role requires a basic understanding of supplier sourcing and supplier relationship building. The Purchasing Assistant plays a role in supporting the operations of the office for our Large Molecule & Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMP) testing services in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) laboratory environment in Morrisville, N

Critical Performance Areas

• Purchase Order Management
• Cost Control and Budgeting
• Compliance and Reporting

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

• Work with Lab operations to identify, evaluate, and qualify potential suppliers based on quality, pricing, reliability, and delivery timelines
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers
• Create and process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procurement policies
• Monitor any order for timely delivery and accuracy of goods and services
• Accurate and timely recording of receipt of items at delivery in ERP system
• Resolve discrepancies with vendors and accounting related to orders, such as quality, delay, or incorrect shipments
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records for audit purposes

Qualifications

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 0-2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management strong negotiation experience

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to prioritize and follow through on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Other Desired Skills/Abilities

• ERP system experience, especially D365

• Experience working in a GMP environment
• Familiarity with supplier risk management and strategic sourcing practices

Reporting Structure

This job typically reports to:

• Facilities Manager

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Individuals may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Disclaimer: Solvias North America does not currently offer relocation packages or sponsor work visas. All applicants must have the legal right to work in the location of the job posting.

About Us

Solvias is a global provider of chemistry, manufacturing, and control (CMC) analytics to the life sciences industry. Our expert team combines decades of experience with regulatory expertise across small molecules, biologics, and cell and gene therapies. Solvias offers end-to-end solutions from raw material testing to drug product release and API development for small molecules. Headquartered near Basel, Switzerland, Solvias operates six global Centers of Excellence, all adhering to the highest ISO, GMP, GLP, and FDA standards

Job Info

• Job Identification 140
• Posting Date 04/16/2026, 08:41 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 2400 Perimeter Park Drive, Morrisville, North Carolina, 27560, US