Procurement Specialist II

About the role

The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures. Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast‑growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.

The Procurement Specialist II role is integral to the on‑time delivery of compliant materials for Operations. This role supports the day‑to‑day purchasing of materials and management of vendors by working with internal stakeholders and managing external relationships. These activities are performed in accordance with cGMP guidelines and departmental and inter‑departmental policies and standard operating procedures.

Genezen operates two locations: one in Fishers, Indiana and the second in Lexington, Massachusetts. Fishers is a suburb of Indianapolis. Fishers was named the #1 place to live in the US by Money Magazine in 2017 for its livability, safety and entrepreneurship. Fishers is one of the fastest growing communities in Indiana and is dedicated to supporting a high quality of life for all its residents. Nearby Indianapolis is home to professional and college sports teams, the Indy 500, a growing art community and the world’s largest children’s museum--to name just a few reasons why this area is a great place to live. Lexington, Massachusetts, located just northwest of Boston, is renowned as a historic suburb with a rich cultural heritage. It boasts picturesque New England charm, tree‑lined streets, and a vibrant community. Known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution, Lexington offers visitors and residents alike a blend of historical landmarks, modern amenities, and a strong sense of community pride.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to meet the following: Work Environment – regularly sit for long periods of time; Movement – frequently required to stand; sit; walk; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; Lifting – frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; Vision – frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus; Communication – frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e‑mail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the procurement of GMP materials in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor inventory levels and support analysis of historical trends to help prevent stockouts.
• Support the tracking and reporting of supplier freight and expedite costs.
• Coordinate with vendors to gather quotes, confirm lead times, and process purchase orders.
• Assist in managing supplier documentation, including Vendor Change Notifications and Corrective Action Requests, under the guidance of senior staff.
• Maintain and update item master data in the ERP system as directed.
• Support internal teams by gathering information and helping assess material needs.
• Learn and apply GMP and procurement best practices through daily activities and team training.
• Meet with internal customers to assess needs and create forecasts.
• Work effectively with cross‑