Senior Procurement Specialist - Raw Materials and Dietary Supplements Job at BIOptimizers

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join our rapidly growing team. This role is critical to our success, ensuring a resilient, cost-effective, and scalable supply chain for our innovative dietary supplement products. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong background in sourcing raw materials within the dietary supplement industry. You will be responsible for identifying and partnering with top-tier suppliers to source high-quality ingredients that meet our brand’s stringent standards for efficacy and purity. This position also offers a unique opportunity to contribute to our product innovation pipeline by identifying novel ingredients and working closely with our Research & Development team.

Job Responsibility

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

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

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