Sourcing Operations Specialist

MSD

Specialist, Sourcing Operations managing outsourced operations for Drug Discovery processes. Collaborating across departments to ensure compliance and efficiency in sourcing activities.

Posted 6/14/2026full-timeWest Point • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $79,200 - $124,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support execution of sourcing workflows and operational activities across external partners, following established processes and procedures
Assist with onboarding and maintenance of new and existing CRO partners to meet business needs
Partner with procurement to secure agreements, contracts and Ariba workspaces, ensuring compliant supplier transactions
Initiate purchase requisitions based on defined scope of work and ensure appropriate documentation is in place prior to project start
Track open purchase orders, monitor invoice status, and support reconciliation activities using financial and IT systems
Review invoices for accuracy and confirm services/deliverables have been completed/received prior to approval for payment
Maintain accurate records of sourcing activities and associated forecast details, including POs, invoices, and close-out documentation
Partner with Finance to support financial tracking, reporting, and data accuracy (e.g., actuals, accruals, variance inputs)
Identify and escalate issues related to sourcing transactions, partner performance, or system workflows in a timely manner
Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions, collaborating with outsourcing functions where applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry or related field
2+ years of experience in Drug Discovery and Development
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to follow established processes while appropriately escalating issues or risks
Problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and apply guidance in routine to moderately complex situations
Familiarity with automated processes, automated data workflows and/or AI-assisted tools in a data-driven environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

sourcing workflowsonboardingpurchase requisitionsinvoice reconciliationfinancial trackingdata accuracyprocess improvementproblem-solvingautomated processesdata workflows

Soft Skills

collaborativeorganizational skillsattention to detailability to manage multiple prioritieseffective communicationself-motivatedpositive attitudewillingness to learn

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree