BiOptimizers
We fix digestion and optimize health. Optimizing digestion since 2004.
Senior Procurement Specialist – Raw Materials, Dietary Supplements
Location
United States
Posted
60 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• Strategic Sourcing of Raw Materials: Proactively source and procure a wide range of raw materials for dietary supplement products, ensuring all ingredients meet defined specifications for quality, purity, and potency.
• Supplier Identification and Qualification: Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers aligned with our commitment to quality, transparency, and ethical sourcing. Conduct thorough due diligence to ensure compliance with regulatory and brand requirements.
• Innovation and R&D Collaboration: Support the innovation pipeline by identifying new and emerging ingredients for R&D initiatives. Partner closely with internal R&D teams and external labs to source sample materials for product development.
• Supplier Network Development: Build and maintain a robust, high-quality supplier network within the dietary supplement industry. Develop strong, long-term vendor relationships to ensure supply continuity and scalability.
• Negotiation and Cost Management: Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and reliable delivery schedules while maintaining quality standards. Monitor market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Quality and Compliance: Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure all sourced materials comply with FDA regulations and internal standards. Manage required documentation including Certificates of Analysis (COAs), specifications, and supplier records.
Job Requirements
- 5–7 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain roles
- Demonstrated experience sourcing raw materials within the dietary supplement, nutraceutical, or functional food industries
- Existing network of high-quality raw material suppliers strongly preferred
- Proven negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally with R&D and Quality Assurance teams
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Nutrition, Food Science, or a related field preferred
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and fully remote environment
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements across time zones
- Attend required meetings
- Communicate effectively across time zones
- Deliver work by agreed-upon deadlines
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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