Procurement Operations Analyst

At Viridian, we work with a sense of urgency for patients, creating unity with our team, the industry, and the community. We are committed to using proven science and engineering to improve the lives of people living with serious and rare diseases, and we are getting closer to achieving this goal every day. Reporting to the Associate Director, Global Accounts Payable, the Procurement Operations Analyst is responsible for coordinating, evaluating, and processing purchase requisitions and supporting the procure-to-pay process. This role regularly exercises independent judgment on significant business matters by assessing purchasing needs, interpreting procurement policies and approval requirements, identifying compliance or documentation gaps, recommending corrective actions, and resolving procurement issues that may affect business operations, vendor relationships, internal controls, or spend management. The role works closely with business stakeholders, vendors, Accounts Payable, Finance, FP&A and Procurement to ensure purchases are properly authorized, accurately documented, and processed in compliance with company policies and internal controls. This position serves as a key liaison between requesters, Legal and payable personnel to facilitate the timely acquisition of goods and services. This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week. Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the procure-to-pay processServe as a subject matter expert for procurement workflows and ERP purchasing processesPartner with Finance, Legal, Compliance, Quality, and business owners to independently assess and resolve complex procurement issues involving business-critical purchases, documentation gaps, approval exceptions, policy interpretation, vendor requirements, or internal control considerations.Exercise independent judgment in prioritizing requisitions, evaluating exceptions, determining when issues require escalation, and recommending practical business solutions that balance operational needs, policy compliance, vendor requirements, and internal control expectationsCreate, review, and process purchase requisitions in the ERP systemEnsure requisitions contain appropriate descriptions, account coding, supporting documentation, and required approvalsCoordinate with requesters to obtain quotations, statements of work, and other procurement documentationMonitor requisition and purchase order status through the procurement lifecycle.Follow up on outstanding requisitions, purchase orders, and receiptsAssist with vendor onboarding and maintenance of vendor recordsServe as a point of contact for internal departments regarding purchasing policies and proceduresWork with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and purchase order issuesMaintain accurate procurement records and reportingEnsure compliance with company purchasing policies, approval matrices, and internal controlsSupport audits, month-end accrual processes, and special projects Qualifications:Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain, or related field2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, accounts payable, or procure-to-pay operationsExperience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similarStrong understanding of purchase requisition and purchase order workflowsExcellent organizational and communication skillsExperience in life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or regulated industriesKnowledge of contract review and vendor onboarding processesUnderstanding of procurement compliance and internal controlsStrong attention to detail and accuracyAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applicationsStrong commitment to ethical standardsThe salary range for this position is commensurate with experience Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Competitive pay and stock options for all employeesMedical, dental, and vision insurance100% Paid Parental Leave Short- and long-term disability coverageLife, Travel and AD&D401(k) Company Match with immediate company vestEmployee Stock Purchase planGenerous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdownsVarious fertility, mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.