Procurement Associate

Who are we?

About LabCentral

Founded in the heart of Kendall Square in 2013, LabCentral is a network of shared laboratory spaces and scientific communities that serve as a launchpad for high-potential life-sciences and biotech start-ups. We deliver first-class facility and operational support, skilled laboratory personnel, and an expansive events program designed to add value to the community and promote connectivity ‒ as well as the other critical services and support that early-stage companies need to begin start-up operations.   

What is this role? 

Do you take pride in providing stellar customer service and helping others learn how to use new systems? Do you enjoy triaging various requests to provide a quick and effective response? Are you good with details, thinking critically about processes, and flexing your investigative side?

LabCentral is seeking a Procurement Associate. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager, this role requires both organizational skills and desire to provide high-quality customer service.

You’ll be the best fit for this role if you have 1-2 years of experience in a business administration, supply chain management, and/or a related role focusing on customer support and purchasing/receiving. Bonus points if you dream of being the person who can save the day when a scientist needs an item ASAP and if you are genuinely curious why ethidium bromide is a banned substance in our facility! Hard workers, critical thinkers, organizational nuts, and Excel wizzes are encouraged to apply.

What will I do?  

Responsibilities:

• Place and track orders using our internal system, powered by Jaggaer
• Provide timely assistance to residents for order-related inquiries
• Validate, quality check, and process invoices from a variety of vendors
• Collaborate with the accounting team on invoicing and documentation
• Help complete the “life-cycle” of an order, from initial request to purchase order to invoice
• Liaise with residents and vendors to solve order complications efficiently
• Assist LabCentral in scaling its business model by automating processes to become more efficient
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and residents
• Any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide to LabCentral’s values

What do I bring? 

Desired qualifications: 

• 1-2 years of experience
• Time management, organization, and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Stellar customer service skills and anticipatory thinking to avoid issues before they arise
• Ability to build relationships with vendors and residents
• Work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Enjoy continuously learning, tackling whatever comes your way
  
  

What your first six months will look like:

• Complete needed training on aspects of procurement, record keeping, and invoicing
• Learn our systems and provide feedback on how to do things better
• With the help of current staff, become a primary purchasing contact at one or more of our sites
• Learn about our residents and their research
• Continue to build your skills and set goals for personal and professional growth

Work environment:  

• Fully onsite during regular business hours
• Ability to sit for long periods, ability to move around an office environment, and ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 25 pounds

What do we offer?  

Benefits: 

• Fully Covered Medical and Dental Premiums: We have you and your dependents covered, including deductible costs. 
• Long and Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance: Life can be unexpected; we’ve got your back.
• Flexible Vacation: Enjoy the flexibility to take the time you need. 
• Three Months Fully Paid Parental Leave: We’ll help support you during life's important moments.
• 401K Match Up to 6% with Immediate Vestment: Know your future is secure with our 401K match.
• Transportation Reimbursements: We'll cover commuting costs for a parking pass, MBTA, or bike maintenance so you can get to work hassle-free.
• Health & Wellness: Relax and enjoy reimbursements for fitness, yoga, massage therapy, and other holistic health practices.
• Technology Stipend: To ensure you stay connected, we offer a monthly cell phone stipend as well as yearly reimbursements for cell phone repairs.
• Professional Growth: We offer a stipend for continuing education and training to invest in your career growth, and we help ease the burden of student loans by providing reimbursement.
• Fantastic Work Environment: Be inspired by colleagues and residents, and work in vibrant spaces that are stocked with a variety of snacks. Plus, we offer in-house programming on thought-provoking and diverse topics!

Compensation:

Our compensation philosophy is intentional and researched to align with average market salaries; comprehensive, generous benefits to support overall well-being; and parity with our existing and future team members. Below details the value of what our compensation package may look like, but specific details pertaining to an individual will vary.    

Salary range: $52-56k along with the potential to earn a bonus of 6% based on company performance.   

Approximate monetary value of benefits (based off an individual – dependents increase value): $22,000.

Equal Opportunity Employer    

LabCentral is committed to building teams that reflect the fabric of the city around us. We welcome all candidates regardless of race, color, ancestry, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Any other human expressions and experiences not mentioned here are equally welcome. If you require an accommodation, please let us know. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.