Supply Chain Technician

Artis BioSolutions Nucleic Acids Center of Excellence in Bilbao is dedicated to the development and manufacturing of advanced nucleic acid-based products, including DNA, RNA and lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) technologies.

We are looking for a Supply Chain Technician to join our team in Bilbao, Spain, supporting the procurement of materials, products and services required across the organization and ensuring effective supplier, cost, delivery and documentation management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Request, analyze and compare commercial and technical quotations.

- Manage purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure agreed delivery dates and conditions.

- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and lead times with suppliers.

- Maintain supplier pricing, commercial conditions and purchasing documentation.

- Support supplier qualification and evaluation activities in coordination with Quality Assurance.

- Manage purchasing and supply issues, including delays, shortages and supplier-related incidents.

- Prepare purchasing KPIs, spend analysis and reports and identify cost optimization opportunities.

- Coordinate purchasing activities with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, technical teams, Quality and Finance.

- Coordinate transportation and logistics services for product shipments to customers, including the required shipping documentation.

- Track outbound product shipments and ensure appropriate logistics and documentation follow-up.

- Provide operational warehouse support when required.

- Perform purchasing activities in accordance with internal procedures and applicable traceability and quality requirements.

PROFILE

- Education in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics or a related field.

- Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement or supplier management.

- Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

- Strong analytical, organizational and follow-up skills.

- English B2 or above, with the ability to communicate effectively with international suppliers.

Experience in the following areas will be particularly valued:

- ERP systems and purchasing tools.

- Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, chemical or life sciences industries.

- Regulated environments and quality systems.

- Procurement of raw materials, reagents, consumables and laboratory equipment.

- Supplier qualification, evaluation or audit activities.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Permanent, full-time position based in Bilbao.

- Opportunity to work in a growing biotechnology and GMP-regulated environment.

- Exposure to international suppliers and specialized life sciences supply chains.

- Direct involvement in the development and continuous improvement of procurement and supply chain processes.

- Professional development opportunities within a growing biotechnology company.

- Competitive salary based on experience.