Raw Material Procurement Specialist Job Listing at Kelly Services in St. Louis, MO (Job ID US3562071_BH9816362)

Description

We are seeking a Raw Material Procurement Specialist to lead sourcing efforts for critical raw materials and intermediates that support our R&D and GMP manufacturing operations. This individual will play a key role in ensuring secure, compliant, and cost-effective supply chains that align with regulatory and operational standards.

Job Title:Raw Material Procurement Specialist
Location: Remote (preference for candidates located in CST)
Hourly Rate: $30-35/hour + benefits (PTO, insurance, etc.)
Duration: 6-months (contract-to-hire)
  Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers of raw materials, chemical intermediates, and reagents critical to API development.
• Work with leadership to negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements in alignment with quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Monitor supplier performance (quality, on-time delivery, responsiveness) and lead corrective action efforts when needed.

Procurement Execution

• Generate purchase orders and oversee end-to-end procurement process for raw materials.
• Ensure timely delivery to meet internal project and production timelines.
• Coordinate with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to forecast material requirements.

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure all sourced materials comply with regulatory requirements (FDA, ICH, cGMP).
• Maintain complete documentation including Certificates of Analysis, MSDS, and supplier qualification records.
• Support audits and inspections related to raw material procurement and supplier quality.

Inventory & Cost Management

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess.
• Work closely with warehouse and planning teams to track consumption and future needs.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or compliance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in raw material procurement within the pharmaceutical, life sciences, or chemical manufacturing industry.
• Understanding of cGMP environments and regulatory compliance related to raw material sourcing.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with sourcing controlled substances or regulated chemical intermediates.
• Knowledge of international trade and import/export regulations (e.g., DEA, REACH).
• APICS, CPSM, or similar procurement certification is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation.
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional exposure to R&D, QA, and Manufacturing.
• Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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