R&D Business Operations Manager

Managing purchase order processes, the full-time R&D Business Operations Manager will create, generate, and oversee purchase orders in Ariba/SAP, ensuring compliance with contract terms and collaborating with cross-functional teams in a remote environment. Key responsibilities Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring alignment with contract terms and compliance with company policies Partner with R&D, Finance, and Strategic Sourcing to resolve discrepancies and facilitate timely PO issuance Generate reports and dashboards to track purchase order metrics and support month-end and year-end financial activities Required qualifications Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred Minimum 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech business operations or procurement Demonstrated experience with enterprise systems, specifically SAP or Ariba Strong understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P) processes and financial controls Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for financial tracking and reporting