Purchasing And Operations Specialist

Purchasing And Operations Specialist

Our client is a global, research-driven pharmaceutical manufacturer focusing on treatment options for diseases and conditions for which there is no satisfactory treatment option to date. The company is looking for a Laboratory Operations Assistant to assist their team!

Pay: $23-$24.50/hr

Schedule: 1st shift

Location: Athens, GA

Type of Job: Year and a half-long assignment with possibility of extending

Responsibilities:

• Support the Laboratory Operations Manager in daily purchasing and systems management activities.
• Ensure laboratories operate efficiently and in full compliance with local and corporate regulations.
• Maintain operational excellence across all R&D laboratory activities in alignment with site SOPs and best practices.
• Partner with internal teams to manage purchasing requests, track orders, and maintain budget oversight.
• Assist with inventory control, vendor coordination, and procurement documentation.
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and process improvement initiatives within laboratory operations.
• Represent the lab operations team professionally with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Contribute to a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the Athens R&D site.

Requirements:

• Education: College degree preferred.
• Experience: Background in purchasing systems, procurement, or budget management preferred. Experience in a laboratory or production environment preferred.
• Skills & Competencies: Strong multitasking ability and organizational skills; able to handle competing priorities effectively. Customer service mindset with excellent interpersonal communication. Demonstrated success working with cross-functional teams and influencing without direct authority. Ability to collaborate with internal colleagues and external consultants or experts. Flexible, adaptable, and accountable approach to work. Professional demeanor with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you! We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.