Description

BUYER

Position Overview

Sutro has a unique capability that enables new molecular entities to be designed using a hybrid of synthetic and recombinant technologies to create best in class therapeutics in the oncology and auto-immune disease space.  Our portfolio includes antibody-drug conjugates, bispecific antibodies, cytokine derivatives and other novel immuno-stimulatory approaches.

Sutro Biopharma, Inc. is looking for energetic and talented individuals to join its multidisciplinary research and development team.  While collaborating with cross-functional departments, you will play a key role in the Procurement function to improve efficiency, optimize savings and manage the procurement of materials and services.
 

The ideal candidate for  Buyer:  plans, schedules and monitors the movement of materials, equipment and services through the production cycle of the R&D and Corporate facilities to determine and procure required materials, equipment and services, using R&D and Facility schedules to maintain inventory, equipment and services at planned levels; negotiate contracts, coordinate RFXs, obtains materials, services and equipment; evaluates: ensures compliance and manage cost savings opportunities to be realized and tracked.

Responsibilities

• Manage indirect purchase of materials and services to optimize savings in support of R&D and the Corporate facility.
• Manage the new supplier intake process including contractors, consultants (domestic and international)
• Manage online e-commerce punchout-new supplier set-up; price adjustments; liaison for supplier system issues
• Purchase Order management (name change, add funds, close, quantity/amount changes, project codes changes)
• Procurement Card management
• Purchase Order invoice issue resolution
• Establish and drive ERP training process (Microsoft D365): PR Management
• Supplier delivery follow-up and expediting
• Adhere to and enforce Sutro’s hierarchal purchasing policies and procedures in compliance with existing Signature and Expenditure Authority Policy.
• End-User system and process support
• Work with Key stakeholders to consolidate and standardize lab supplies to optimize quality and cost reductions
  • Inventory management of Vivarium, Lab & Office Supplies-annual blanket orders/savings
• Subscription, permits and renewals-collaborate with Facilities and EH&S
• Maintain Bank & Trade Credit applications and annual updates
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms with suppliers
• Cobblestone contract routing management
• Back-up Logistics
  
  

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 to 5 years related experience in purchasing and/or materials management in a SOX regulated internal controlled environment. 
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 / AX ERP software preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail required.
• Contracts management experience a plus
• Works on problems of diverse scope in which analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a business/scientific discipline or equivalent experience.
• Adheres to strict regulatory, quality, and traceability standards.
• Logistics, waste management, and calibration services a plus

Sound exciting? Apply today and join our team!

Sutro Biopharma, Inc. encourages all colleagues to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in fostering a culture that is inclusive and values diversity in background and opinions. Sutro Biopharma hires extraordinary individuals into every position in the company and is committed to the diversity of our team. Our company progresses without regard of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, age, disability or citizenship status. We are dedicated to creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and succeed together. 

We look forward to hearing from candidates who are interested in exploring opportunities with Sutro! Our People & Culture team/hiring managers are unable to respond and do not accept solicitations from third-party agencies.  

The anticipated salary range for fully qualified candidates applying for this role at Sutro Biopharma’s California based locations will be $115,000 - $145,000 (not including bonus, equity, and benefits). The final salary offered will be dependent on several factors that include and are not limited to relevant previous experience, job responsibilities and duration of experience, the type and length of experience within the industry and education.

About Sutro Biopharma     
Sutro Biopharma, Inc. is advancing a next-generation antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) platform designed to deliver single- and dual-payload ADCs that enable meaningful breakthroughs for patients with cancer. By fully optimizing the antibody, linker, and payload, Sutro’s cell-free platform produces ADCs that are engineered to improve drug exposure, reduce side effects, and expand the range of treatable tumor types. With unique capabilities in dual-payload ADCs, Sutro aims to overcome treatment resistance and redefine what’s possible in cancer therapy. The Company’s pipeline of single- and dual-payload ADCs targets large oncology markets with limited treatment options and significant need for improved therapies