Procurement Manager Jobs in Rochester, MI (NOW HIRING)

As the Procurement Officer, you will manage sourcing, purchasing, and vendor relationships toensure the timely, cost-effective delivery of goods and services that support NGNRI'sresearch and operations.You will establish and optimize procurement processes, oversee vendor selection andperformance, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and standards. Working closelywith scientific and operational teams, the successful candidate will support the acquisition oflaboratory equipment, consumables, and specialized services.This is a critical enabling role, balancing cost, quality, and reliability to ensure NGNRI'sresearch programs run efficiently and without interruption.

About therole

• Develop and implement procurement policies, procedures, and best practices alignedwith NGNRI's operational needs

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including vendor identification, sourcing,negotiation, purchasing, and contract administration

• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers of laboratory equipment,reagents, consumables, and services

• Support scientific teams in identifying appropriate vendors and sourcing specializedresearch materials

• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of critical items to support ongoing researchand operations

• Monitor and control purchasing budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savingsand efficiencies

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and applicableregulatory standards

• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documentation

• Collaborate with MSU, HFH, and other partners where shared procurement or vendorarrangements are applicable

• Evaluate vendor performance and manage supplier risk

• Support inventory planning and coordination where applicable

• Provide reporting and analysis on procurement activities to leadership

Aboutyou

• High level of integrity and professionalism

• Detail-oriented and highly organized

• Proactive and solutions-oriented

• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills

• Collaborative and service-oriented, with the ability to support diverse teams

• Adaptable and able to respond to evolving organizational needs

• Committed to supporting NGNRI's mission and values

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management,preferably in a scientific, healthcare, academic, or nonprofit environment

• Familiarity with laboratory procurement, including scientific equipment, reagents, andspecialized services, is strongly preferred

• Experience negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships

• Strong understanding of procurement processes, compliance, and best practices

• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in procurement systems and standard office tools

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience working in a regulated or grant-funded environment is an asset

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a relatedfield preferred

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPPB) are an asset

• Equivalent experience will be considered

Whatyou'llget

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Aboutus

The Nick Gilbert Neurofibromatosis Research Institute (NGNRI)is a nonprofit organization focused on developing treatments and cures for Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) and other neurological disorders and cancers with significant unmet need. Backed by the Gilbert Family Foundation and created in partnership with Michigan State University (MSU) and Henry Ford Health (HFH), NGNRI brings together leading scientific and clinicalexpertiseto accelerate translational discovery.
Located within a new,state-of-the-artresearch facility in midtown Detroit, NGNRI offers a highly collaborative environment alongside MSU and HFH. The institute is equipped with advanced platforms-including organoid and stem cell models, AI-driven analysis, FACS, and CRISPR technologies-and provides access to extensive shared core facilities.
NGNRI supports both in-house researchers and visiting scientists, creating a dynamic, mission-driven ecosystem designed to advance innovation and deliver impact in an underserved field. As part of Detroit's rapidly growing medical research campus, NGNRI offers a unique opportunity to contribute tocutting-edgescience within a vibrant and expanding hub.

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