Buyer, Procurement

About the Role

What You Will Do

• Source and help select suppliers for capital project items (equipment, facility and construction-related items, lab supplies) and for direct materials (raw materials, APIs, excipients, packaging) as needed
• Negotiate prices and terms, and support supplier contracts to get the best value while building strong supplier relationships
• Place and manage purchase orders for capital projects, work with Project Controls and Finance on PO setup, resolve any discrepancies, and keep deliveries on schedule
• Work with project teams, Quality, Legal, and other departments to keep purchases on track and compliant
• Own and maintain SAP / Ariba master data
• Track supplier performance, prepare regular reports, and take corrective action following SOPs and cGMP guidance
• Work with Quality Assurance, Production, and Regulatory teams to make sure purchased materials meet required standards (FDA, cGMP)
• Keep accurate records of purchases, pricing, and delivery status in our ERP and procurement systems
• Help find cost savings and support continuous improvement in the supply chain
• Use AI tools to enhance individual productivity and quality of work

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or 5+ years of progressive supply chain or procurement experience in biotech, pharma, or a similar industry
• Experience in procurement, materials management, and supplier relationship management
• Experience buying for capital projects is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Working knowledge of cGMP, GDP, and FDA requirements
• Ability to work in a matrix environment and influence senior leaders
• Familiarity with vendor management, contract negotiation, and cost control
• We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
• Compensation Overview:
• Indianapolis - RayzeBio - IN: $96,148 - $116,508
• The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits:

• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
• U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits
• RayzeBio and Bristol Myers Squibb
• RayzeBio was acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) in 2024 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BMS; however, RayzeBio will continue to operate as a standalone organization.
• Supporting People with Disabilities
• BMS and RayzeBio are dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [email protected]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.
• Candidate Rights
• BMS and RayzeBio will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area.
• For roles based in Los Angeles County only: If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/
• Data Protection
• We will never request payments, financial information, or social security numbers during our application or recruitment process. Learn more about protecting yourself at https://careers.bms.com/fraud-protection.
• Any data processed in connection with role applications will be treated in accordance with applicable data privacy policies and regulations.
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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or 5+ years of progressive supply chain or procurement experience in biotech, pharma, or a similar industry
• Experience in procurement, materials management, and supplier relationship management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Working knowledge of cGMP, GDP, and FDA requirements
• Ability to work in a matrix environment and influence senior leaders
• Familiarity with vendor management, contract negotiation, and cost control
• We hire for skills and capabilities, not just credentials – if this role excites you, but doesn’t perfectly match your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway.
• Indianapolis - RayzeBio - IN: $96,148 - $116,508
• The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience buying for capital projects is a plus