Job Description
Are you seeking a purposeful and rewarding procurement career opportunity in Shanghai? Join Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, where your expertise will help drive global purchasing excellence and support the delivery of life‑changing clinical solutions. As a Procurement Buyer, you will play a critical role in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships to ensure efficient, cost‑effective, and compliant procurement operations. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment and enjoy influencing business outcomes through strategic purchasing, we encourage you to apply.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Pension, social insurance, and housing fund
Flexible time off
Engaging employee events and hybrid work technology
What You’ll Be Doing
Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and service capability
Conduct market research on products, pricing, and supplier performance to support informed purchasing decisions
Negotiate, renegotiate, and administer supplier contracts to optimize value and ensure compliance
Manage end-to-end purchase order processing in line with company policies and procedures
Perform life cycle costing analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities across procurement categories
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor ongoing performance improvements
Analyze vendor and commodity data to forecast trends and support strategic sourcing decisions
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review technical specifications and align procurement needs
Resolve supplier issues related to defective or non-conforming goods and implement corrective actions
Approve invoices for payment and ensure alignment with contractual terms and delivery milestones
Develop and track procurement KPIs, providing regular reporting to management
Identify and escalate risks, operational issues, or project deviations, recommending corrective actions
What We Look For
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field
Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in purchasing and/or sourcing within FMCG, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of supply chain and procurement best practices
Experience with e-sourcing tools and procurement systems
Proven ability to negotiate contracts and influence stakeholders effectively
Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage large spend categories and interpret data trends
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a global environment
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams
High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance
Fluency in English
Based in or able to work in Shanghai (hybrid work arrangement)
At Clario, a part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, our purpose is to transform lives by unlocking better evidence. It’s a cause that unites and inspires us. It’s why we come to work—and how we empower our people to make a positive impact every day. Whether you're advancing clinical science, building innovative technology, or supporting our global teams, your work helps bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.