Procurement Specialist

Our Organization

FairJourney Biologics is a globally recognized Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in antibody discovery, engineering, characterization, and production. We proudly serve leading pharmaceutical companies and top-tier biotech firms across the U.S., Europe, and Japan. Our cutting-edge facilities are based in Porto, Portugal, where innovation and scientific excellence drive every project. For more information, please visit FairJourney Biologics (fjbio.Com).

The Role

At FairJourney Biologics, we are shaping the next generation of antibody discovery and life-science innovation. To accelerate our growth, we are looking for a dynamic Procurement Specialis t who is ready to take ownership, drive impact, and help us build a world-class procurement function. In this role, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring that our teams have everything they need to innovate without interruption. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy negotiating with global partners, and want to support scientific teams that change lives, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers that match our scientific and operational ambitions.
• Lead RFPs and negotiations, securing the best value, timelines, and service levels for critical categories.
• Lead the REQ2PO process, ensuring compliance and timely approval.
• Support the rollout of our new Source-to-Pay platform, helping digitize and optimize the full procurement lifecycle.
• Drive a collaborative and customer-focused culture, supporting teams with timely, high-quality service.
• Lead supplier creation, monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions to ensure continuous improvement.
• Contribute to special projects that elevate procurement strategy and operational excellence.

Your Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, industrial engineering or Life Sciences.
• 3+ years of experience in Procurement, ideally within a multinational environment.
• Experience in Life Sciences is a plus - but your mindset matters most.
• Fluent in English, with strong communication skills.
• Excellent negotiator, able to influence and build rapport with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Resilient, proactive, and solution-oriented - you don’t just identify problems;
  you fix them.
• Highly organized with strong time-management skills.
• Advanced user of Excel, comfortable with ERP systems and procurement platforms.
• Committed to ethical, transparent, and integrity-driven procurement practices.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Coupa S2C platform.
• Background in data security and compliance best practices.

We Offer

• Integration in a highly motivated team
• Working in an international environment
• Employee benefits package
• Career development.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career path, we’d love to hear from you.