3 results for Product Support Specialist in Washington, DC

Product Sourcing Specialist Robert Half is recruiting for an exciting supply chain support role with a growing organization in Rockville, MD! As the Product Sourcing Specialist, you will play a crucial role in identifying, evaluating, and procuring biotechnology products from suppliers and manufacturers. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand product requirements, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of goods. The ideal candidate will have strong sourcing and negotiation skills, a solid understanding of biotechnology products, and a passion for driving value and innovation. Key Responsibilities:<ol><li>Supplier Identification: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and manufacturers of biotechnology products based on product specifications, quality standards, and pricing considerations. Build and maintain a database of approved suppliers.</li><li>Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, pricing terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to secure favorable terms and ensure cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including purchasing managers and scientists, to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.</li><li>Product Sourcing: Source a wide range of biotechnology products, including reagents, consumables, equipment, and specialized materials, to meet the needs of our customers. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.</li><li>Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, acting as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, issues, and escalations. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns promptly.</li><li>Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies in the biotechnology sector. Conduct market research and analysis to identify new products, suppliers, and opportunities for innovation.</li><li>Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks associated with sourcing activities, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and regulatory compliance. Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies as needed.</li><li>Contract Management: Manage supplier contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, pricing agreements, and service level agreements. Monitor contract expiration dates and initiate contract renewals or renegotiations as necessary.</li><li>Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, operations, and quality assurance, to support product launches, promotions, and other business initiatives. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and coordination of sourcing activities.</li></ol>

Help Desk Analyst We are offering a Help Desk Analyst I role in the professional services industry, located in Washington, District of Columbia. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing on-site technical support, with proficiency in MS O365, Active Directory and general IT troubleshooting. This role offers a short term contract employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Provide on-site technical support to users, addressing their queries and resolving issues efficiently • Demonstrate proficiency in using MS O365 for various IT-related tasks and projects • Utilize Active Directory to manage user accounts, including creating, managing, and deleting user accounts as necessary • Conduct general IT troubleshooting to identify, analyze, and resolve system errors and faults • Collaborate with the IT team to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes • Interact with network services, software systems engineering, and applications development to restore service and/or identify and correct core problems • Simulate or recreate user problems to resolve operating difficulties • Recommend system modifications to reduce user problems • Maintain currency and high level of technical skill in field of expertise.

Procurement & Sourcing Specialist Robert Half is recruiting for an exciting procurement opportunity with a growing organization in the Rockville, MD area! Position Overview:As the Procurement and Sourcing Specialist, you will play a critical role in managing the procurement process, identifying strategic suppliers, and sourcing high-quality materials and services to support research and development activities. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services. The ideal candidate will have strong procurement and sourcing skills, a solid understanding of the biotechnology industry, and a commitment to driving efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Key Responsibilities:<ol><li>Procurement Management: Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including identifying procurement needs, conducting supplier evaluations, negotiating contracts, and executing purchase orders. Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies and procedures.</li><li>Supplier Identification: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors of biotechnology products, materials, and services. Build and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply chain.</li><li>Sourcing Strategy Development: Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize procurement efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their sourcing requirements and align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.</li><li>Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts, pricing terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions. Ensure that contracts are comprehensive, legally binding, and compliant with relevant regulations and standards.</li><li>Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors, acting as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, issues, and escalations. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or concerns promptly.</li><li>Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, industry developments, and emerging technologies in the biotechnology sector. Conduct market research and analysis to identify new suppliers, products, and opportunities for innovation.</li><li>Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, and regulatory compliance. Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies as needed.</li><li>Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including research and development, manufacturing, quality assurance, and finance, to support project requirements and business objectives. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and coordination of procurement activities</li></ol>