Procurement Specialist, EU & UK Operations

About GenScript

GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy.

GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.

GenScript’s European division, headquartered in Rijswijk, Netherlands, with a branch office in Oxford, UK, was established in 2019 to serve as a regional hub for commercial operations, technical support, and logistics across Europe and the UK. In 2025, we reached a new milestone with the launch of our new production facility in Delft, Netherlands - strengthening our long‑term commitment to operational excellence and enhanced service delivery for our EU customers. This expansion reflects GenScript’s dedication to innovation and our growing presence in the European biotech landscape.

Job title: Procurement Specialist

Location: Rijswijk, Netherlands.

Scheme: Hybrid (2 days onsite, 3 days WFH).

Time: Full‑time (40 hours / week).

What You'll Be Doing

In this Procurement Specialist position at GenScript, you will be responsible for managing and executing procurement activities across both EU and UK sites. The role will support multiple functions including Logistics, Administrative, HR, EHS, and Production Operations, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services in alignment with company standards and supply chain requirements. You will need the ability to respond quickly and efficiently to urgent logistics and operational procurement needs, build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and service quality, sign contracts and record information in the system while regularly reviewing supplier pricing to secure better deals, and collaborate with the Global Procurement Team to source materials in different countries as needed, ensuring compliance with local regulations, cost requirements, and supply continuity. In practice, your responsibilities will include:

1. Cross-Site Procurement Management

• Execute end-to-end procurement requests from both EU and UK sites.

• Coordinate with logistics, production, and back office teams to ensure requirements are clearly captured.

• Ensure suppliers deliver goods and services on time and meet quality standards.

2. Supplier & Contract Management

• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers.

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, lead times, and service levels.

• Monitor supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.

3. Support for Logistics Operations

• Procure equipment, packaging materials, consumables, and other logistics-related items or service.

• Collaborate with logistics team to align procurement with shipping schedules and inventory needs.

4. Support for Production and Back Office Functions

• Procure production materials, lab consumables, and equipment as required.

• Manage procurement requests for administrative, HR, and EHS related items.

• Track budget usage and provide reporting on procurement activities.

5. Process & Compliance:

• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, regulatory requirements, and EU & UK local laws.

• Maintain accurate records in SAP or procurement systems.

• Contribute to process optimization and standardization across EU and UK

What We Expect From You

• Minimum 3 years of procurement or supply chain experience, preferably in life sciences, biotech, pharmaceutical, or high-tech industries.

• Proven experience in procurement within the EU or UK regions.

• Strong knowledge of the European supplier market and regulatory environment.

• Better to have a strong network of local suppliers and stakeholders within the Netherlands or UK.

• Proven experience in supplier negotiation and contract management.

• Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost modelling and data-driven decision-making.

• Fluent in English; Dutch is highly preferred; Chinese is considered a plus.

• Legal eligibility to work in the Netherlands.

Interview Process

• Online introductory call with our recruiter.

• Interview with hiring manager (Online / In-person)

• Rijswijk office tour, panel interview and presentation: Meet other managers and stakeholders and present a short case or topic. Our recruiter will guide you through the process.

The selection process includes a reference check.

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GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.

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