Life sciences & Biotech purchasing Associate

Job Title: Life sciences & Biotech purchasing associate / Accounts Payable (AP) / Procurement Specialist

Location: India (Remote / Hybrid as applicable)

Shift Timings: 7 am PST - 4pm PST

Role Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Associate /accountable AP / Procurement Specialist to manage vendor payments, procurement records, and basic accounting operations. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth cash flow, accurate records, and timely settlements.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle billing, payments, and settlements related to procurement

• Accurately record Purchase Orders (POs) and reconcile them with payments

• Monitor and control procurement budgets

• Maintain up-to-date inventory and procurement records

• Manage vendor payments and customer collections to ensure timely settlements

• Coordinate with vendors, customers, and internal teams to resolve billing or payment issues

• Maintain vendor and customer master data in compliance with company policies

• Track customer accounts for overdue payments and follow up via email when required

• Identify gaps or inefficiencies in AP / AR processes and suggest improvements

• Support ad-hoc administrative or finance tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (B.Com preferred)

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with any life sciences or bio tech company

• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and procurement processes

• Hands-on experience with Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel

• Clear communication and coordination skills

• Strong attention to detail and ownership of tasks

• Ability to work independently and take initiative

• Comfortable handling multiple tasks and shifting priorities

• Flexible mindset and willingness to support cross-functional needs

What We Value

• Accountability and ownership

• Accuracy and consistency

• Willingness to learn and improve processes

• Clear and respectful communication