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Colanar, an Addtronics company, specializes in advanced liquid filling systems and automated handling systems for the Life Sciences industries, including Pharma and Biotech applications, Contract Manufacturing, and Compound Pharmacies. We service a global customer base.

We are dedicated to providing new and innovative solutions to our customers in the Life Science industries, both in our product offerings as well as our consulting and engineering services. Our continued focus on customer needs and our ability to react swiftly and cost-efficiently, while remaining customer oriented, ensures a successful relationship with our customers.

Position Summary:

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating materials, components, and services required to support manufacturing operations, engineering projects, and customer deliveries. This role works closely with engineering, production, vendors, and operations teams to ensure timely procurement of quality materials at competitive pricing while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in procurement within a manufacturing, automation, pharmaceutical, biotech, or industrial environment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Source and procure materials, components, equipment, and services required for manufacturing and engineering projects.
• Review engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and specifications to identify purchasing requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes, negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions.
• Create and manage purchase orders and ensure accurate documentation within the ERP/MRP system.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure material availability aligns with production schedules and project timelines.
• Expedite critical orders and resolve supplier delivery or quality issues as needed.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and identify alternate sourcing opportunities when necessary.
• Assist with inventory control efforts and support initiatives to reduce excess or obsolete inventory.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in project meetings and communicate procurement status updates to stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier files, and procurement documentation.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,

duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties,

responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications Desired:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of procurement or purchasing experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Experience supporting automation, machinery, pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industries is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of BOMs, engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Nonessential Skills and Experience:

• Experience with supplier development and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• APICS, CPM, CPSM, or other procurement/supply chain certifications preferred.
• Familiarity with FDA-regulated or GMP manufacturing environments is a plus.
• Experience supporting custom automation or capital equipment projects preferred.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; lift and carry items up to 50 pounds; climb stairs; balance; stoop and/or kneel.
• Work Environment:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an active mechanical assembly shop. The noise level in the work environment can be minimal to high. Safe work practices are always required in accordance with OSHA regulations, Addtronics, LLC safety protocols, and customer safety protocols.

Position Classification

This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Depending on the needs of the business, the ability to work more than 40 hours/week and/or weekends may be required. Overtime will not be paid for hours worked over 40 hours/week.

Travel

No Travel Required

Benefits & Time Off

We offer a competitive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development opportunities. Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment status and location.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Addtronics, LLC to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons. In accordance with anti-discrimination laws, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Addtronics prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.